Brock Bowers (knee) has been placed on IR. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: This move by the Raiders ends the season a couple of weeks early for Bowers. The Pro-Bowl TE has dealt with a knee issue pretty much all season long, and he will now focus on recovery and getting ready for next season. Bowers averaged over five receptions and 56.7 yards per game while hauling in seven touchdown passes across 12 games in year two of his career. Michael Mayer moves to the top TE spot for the Raiders, with Ian Thomas likely to see a few more snaps as well.
J.J. McCarthy (hand) has suffered a hairline fracture and is out for Week 17. Max Brosmer is expected to start. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: It’s awful timing, as McCarthy was on a roll. Brosmer was abysmal in his one start, which will severely limit the upside of every pass catcher in the offense. McCarthy may return in Week 18, but his season may be over.
