Raiders tight end Michael Mayer has been activated from the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list and is set to play against the Dolphins this Sunday. Mayer has missed time due to personal reasons since Week 3, where he had limited production with only four catches on seven targets. Meanwhile, rookie TE Brock Bowers has seen an increase in his route participation during Mayer's absence, but it is believed that Mayer's return will not significantly affect Bowers' playing time.

The Las Vegas Raiders have decided to continue with Gardner Minshew as their starting quarterback despite his struggles, including 12 turnovers this season. Coach Antonio Pierce expressed confidence in Minshew's ability to lead the team moving forward, emphasizing the need for a spark after a disappointing 2-7 start. The Raiders are also undergoing coaching changes, including the firing of their offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, in hopes of turning the season around.

Raiders tight end Michael Mayer will miss the upcoming game against the Broncos due to personal reasons. In his absence, rookie tight end Brock Bowers saw a significant increase in his route participation, achieving a season-high 81% route rate last week. This performance positions Bowers as a favorable option for fantasy players in Week 5.

The Las Vegas Raiders are facing challenges with key players as WR Davante Adams continues to be sidelined with a hamstring injury. With trade discussions surrounding him, it seems unlikely that he will rush back to play. Additionally, TE Michael Mayer did not practice due to personal reasons, further complicating the team's offensive strategy for Week 5.

Raiders tight end Michael Mayer will not participate in this weekend's game against the Cleveland Browns due to personal reasons, having missed practices on Thursday and Friday. His absence is significant as he had been a part of the team's passing game, running routes on 43% of pass plays and receiving seven targets over the first three weeks. This situation also opens up opportunities for tight end Brock Bowers and further impacts the team with wide receiver Davante Adams also out.

In the Raiders' preseason opener against the Vikings, the starters had limited action, with both tight ends, Michael Mayer and rookie Brock Bowers, seeing significant playing time. Mayer was on the field for 12 of 14 snaps, while Bowers showcased versatility by playing in various positions. The team's strategy appears to emphasize utilizing two tight ends frequently in their offensive scheme.

The Las Vegas Raiders have been employing a strategy of using heavy sets on offense, featuring multiple tight ends on the field simultaneously. This approach is bolstered by the addition of rookie Brock Bowers and second-year player Michael Mayer, as the team seeks to maximize their offensive potential. With limited talent at wide receiver behind stars Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers, this strategy appears to be a logical choice for the Raiders.

Raiders TE Michael Mayer is out for Week 17 due to a toe injury. Austin Hooper will step in as the lead TE against the Colts' 28th-ranked TE defense. While Hooper may not be a popular choice in season-long lineups, he could be a cheap DFS option.

Raiders rookie TE Michael Mayer is still sidelined with a toe injury and is unlikely to play in Week 17. Austin Hooper filled in as the team's lead TE in the previous week.

Michael Mayer, tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders, has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chiefs due to a toe injury. Mayer did not practice all week and will miss his first game of his career. Austin Hooper is expected to see the majority of snaps at tight end in Mayer's absence, with Jesper Horsted also potentially seeing increased opportunities. Mayer's next chance to play will be in Week 17 against the Colts.

Raiders rookie TE Michael Mayer will miss Monday's game against the Chiefs due to a toe injury. Austin Hooper will be the top TE for the Raiders.

Raiders TE Michael Mayer did not practice on Thursday due to a toe injury. His status for Monday's game against the Chiefs is uncertain, and if he does play, he may not be a recommended fantasy option.

Raiders rookie tight end Michael Mayer scored his first career touchdown against the New York Jets. Mayer made an impressive catch over Jets safety Jordan Whitehead to give the Raiders a 16-9 lead in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Aidan O'Connell threw a jump ball to Mayer, who had a target separation of 0.9 yards and a completion probability of 27.4% according to NextGen Stats.

Raiders TE Michael Mayer had a disappointing performance in Week 7, recording only 13 yards on 2 receptions. He saw limited targets and will look to rebound in the next game.

Raiders TE Michael Mayer had a breakout game in Week 6, recording 5 receptions for 75 yards. WR Jakobi Meyers also had a solid game with 5 receptions for 61 yards and a TD. Mayer's performance is worth noting as he saw 6 targets, becoming one of the few Raiders' pass-catchers to receive 5 or more targets in a game this season. While Mayer may not be a must-start option in Week 7, he is worth considering as a speculative waiver wire add.

Jakobi Meyers, wide receiver for the Las Vegas Raiders, has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills due to a concussion. He did not practice this week and is targeting a potential return in Week 3. In his absence, slot receiver Hunter Renfrow and rookie tight end Michael Mayer are expected to see additional targets in Week 2. DeAndre Carter, Kristian Wilkerson, and Tre Tucker will provide depth at the wide receiver position for the Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers is not expected to play in the upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills due to a concussion he suffered in the season opener. Meyers has not practiced since the injury and is still going through the concussion protocol. In his absence, Hunter Renfrow and rookie tight end Michael Mayer could see increased targets.