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Brock Bowers Makes NFL History Once Again, Sets All-Time Rookie Receptions Record

The Raiders tight end is doing things we've never seen before—literally.
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Bowers is now the record holder for most receptions by a rookie in NFL history.
Bowers is now the record holder for most receptions by a rookie in NFL history. | Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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Brock Bowers is putting together one of the best rookie seasons in NFL history.

In the Raiders' Week 17 contest against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, the tight end broke the NFL's all-time record for most receptions by a rookie in a single season. Bowers passed Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua for the honor, who logged 105 catches in 2023.

On the year so far, Bowers has hauled in 107 catches for 1,131 yards and four touchdowns.

Las Vegas selected Bowers with the No. 13 pick in the 2024 NFL draft—and he's been dominant ever since. Not only is the 22-year-old the league's all-time rookie receptions leader, but he also broke Mike Ditka's 69-year-old record for most receiving yards by a tight end in NFL history.

Despite Bowers being fabulous on the 2024-25 campaign—his Raiders team hasn't been as they sit at 3-12 on the season. The good news for the tight end? Minority owner Tom Brady is expected to have a "huge voice" when it comes to picking the organization's next quarterback.

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Mike Kadlick
MICHAEL KADLICK

Mike Kadlick is a senior NFL news writer for Sports Illustrated. He’s also a New England Patriots reporter for CLNS Media, where he hosts the Patriots Daily podcast and covers the beat from Gillette Stadium. Before joining SI, Kadlick worked at WEEI sports radio in Boston. He holds a master’s degree in public relations from Boston University. When Kadlick’s not covering football, he can be found running, spending time with his wife and dog, and enjoying all things pizza.

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