Michael Mayer

The Raiders are actively looking to trade TE Michael Mayer, according to league sources. Drafted 35th overall in 2023 out of Notre Dame, Mayer posted 27 catches for 304 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie. His role shrank in 2024 after Las Vegas picked Brock Bowers in the first round, limiting Mayer to 11 games and a stat line of 21 receptions for 156 yards with no scores. Now, just two years into his tenure, the Raiders seem ready to move on, signaling a shift toward Bowers as their tight end of the future.

Fantasy Impact

Mayer’s sophomore slump—156 yards, no TDs—tanked his fantasy relevance, especially with Bowers eating into his snaps. A trade could breathe new life into his outlook if he lands with a TE-friendly offense, but his 2024 usage suggests a low floor until proven otherwise. For now, he’s a deep-league flier at best; dynasty owners might hold for a post-trade bump. Bowers stays the Raiders’ TE to watch, while Mayer’s next stop will dictate his 2025 value—keep tabs on the rumor mill.

Michael Mayer hauled in seven of his nine targets for 68 yards in the Raiders' 28-13 Week 14 loss to the Buccaneers.

Fantasy Impact

Mayer made the most of increased targets Sunday, recording more than two receptions, three targets, and 60 receiving yards for the first time in four games since returning from injury. The tight end remains clearly behind No.1 option rookie Brock Bowers ahead of a favorable Week 15 Monday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

The Raiders activated Michael Mayer from injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact

Mayer is expected to make his return after practicing all week. He will be off the fantasy radar playing behind Brock Bowers.

Michael Mayer is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Fantasy Impact

Mayer returned to practice this week after he had been sidelined since September. Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said Mayer is "trending" towards playing.

Michael Mayer (personal) was a full participant at practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Mayer has been sidelined for an extended period of time while tending to a personal issue, but he was able to return and log a full practice session on Wednesday. It looks like he will be back in the lineup sooner rather than later, which means that Harrison Bryant (ankle) is set to see a decrease in involvement in Las Vegas' offense.