Raiders Open Season With Key Absences | Las Vegas Raiders News

The Raiders kick off their season against the Dolphins, a game that’s far from guaranteed despite Miami’s perceived edge. With star tight end Brock Bowers sidelined due to a meniscus procedure, the offense loses its most reliable weapon — his presence last year directly correlated with high-scoring games. The Dolphins’ stout run defense, anchored by Jordyn Brooks, poses a major challenge for an offensive line still working through question marks at guard. On the outside, Tre Tucker is the only proven receiver, while Jalen Nailor and Jack Bech remain unproven in key roles. It’s a tough start for a team rebuilding, facing adversity on both sides of the ball — but how they respond could set the tone for the entire season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4453e14d0928411b