History of Brock Bowers in Timeline

Brock Bowers is an American football tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders. He played college football at Georgia, achieving All-American status three times and winning the John Mackey Award twice, along with two national championships. Drafted by the Raiders in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, Bowers set rookie season records for receptions and receiving yards by a tight end, earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors.

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1961: Breaking Ditka's Record

In 1961, Mike Ditka set a record that Brock Bowers broke, for most receiving yards by a rookie tight end.

1980: Georgia's Championship drought ends

In 1980, Georgia had not won a championship since this year, which ended when Bowers won in 2021.

December 13, 2002: Birth of Brock Bowers

On December 13, 2002, Brock Allen Bowers was born. He would later become a professional football tight end.

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2020: Beats Darren Waller's Franchise Record

In 2020, Darren Waller set a record that Brock Bowers beat in 2024. Bowers beat Waller for most receptions in a season by a Raider.

January 2021: Enrolls Early at Georgia

In January 2021, Brock Bowers enrolled early at the University of Georgia. He was initially expected to share playing time but became the primary tight end due to teammates' circumstances.

2022: Second National Championship

In 2022, Brock Bowers won his second consecutive national championship with Georgia, contributing significantly to their undefeated season and playoff run.

2023: Second John Mackey Award

In 2023, Brock Bowers won the John Mackey Award for the second time, despite missing three games due to injury, cementing his legacy as a top tight end.

May 9, 2024: Signs with Las Vegas Raiders

On May 9, 2024, Brock Bowers signed a four-year, fully-guaranteed contract worth $18.1 million with the Las Vegas Raiders.

2024: Record-Breaking Rookie Season

During the 2024 season, Bowers led the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns, setting records for most receiving yards and receptions by a rookie tight end.

2024: Declares for the NFL Draft

Following the 2023 season, Brock Bowers declared for the 2024 NFL draft, concluding his college football career.

2024: NFL Draft and Rookie Season

In 2024, Brock Bowers was drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders in the first round and set rookie season records for receptions and receiving yards by a tight end, earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors.