Raiders rookie tight end Brock Bowers just rewrote a piece of NFL history — and in doing so, he took down a milestone that belonged to the Detroit Lions’ own Sam LaPorta. During Las Vegas’ Week 11 matchup, Bowers delivered the kind of performance that instantly sends shockwaves around the league, breaking the NFL record that LaPorta set during his sensational rookie year.
Bowers didn’t just flash potential; he looked outright unstoppable. With his mix of speed, power, and after-catch ability, the Raiders found a mismatch every time they lined him up. His production pushed him past LaPorta for the most receptions by a rookie tight end through 10 games — a mark many thought would stand for a while.
For Lions fans, this doesn’t diminish LaPorta’s greatness. If anything, it shows just how strong the new wave of tight ends has become. Detroit’s offense still views LaPorta as a cornerstone, and his value in Ben Johnson’s scheme is unmatched. But Bowers’ breakout moment serves as a reminder: the league is getting younger, faster, and more versatile at the tight end position.
Records fall all the time, but what matters is consistency — and LaPorta is already proving he’s no one-year wonder. For now, though, the spotlight belongs to Brock Bowers, who just stamped his name into the NFL record books in emphatic fashion.
Bowers Makes History: Raiders TE Breaks LaPorta’s NFL Record in Explosive Week 11
