When will Brock Bowers return? Latest on Georgia TE's injury

Brock Bowers' injury presents a challenge for the Georgia Bulldogs, who are seeking their third consecutive national championship. They face off against the Florida Gators on Saturday.

The Bulldogs lost their star tight end to injury in the matchup against Vanderbilt. So when will Bowers make a comeback? Will he play again this season for the Bulldogs and help them win the CFB national championship?

Here is the latest on Brock Bowers' injury and the timeline of the Georgia Bulldogs TE's potential return.

When will Brock Bowers return for the Georgia Bulldogs?

Brock Bowers underwent a tightrope surgery after the Vanderbilt clash, according to the University of Georgia.

Head coach Kirby Smart remained tight-lipped about the tight end's return during his press conference, but according to ESPN's Pete Thamel, Bowers is expected to miss four to six weeks due to the surgery. That means he won't play any further part in the Bulldogs' regular season.

Georgia Vanderbilt Football: Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) runs with the ball after a catch against Vanderbilt in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Bowers is expected to feature in the college football playoffs if his team advances that far. Based on the Bulldogs' recent form, he should get his shot. However, they will need to navigate some tough games without their star tight end, including the Week 9 clash with the Florida Gators.

Bowers helped the Bulldogs win the national championship last season. He had a great start to the 2023 season as well, picking up from where he left off before the ankle injury stopped him in his tracks.

Georgia without one of its main offensive weapons

The Georgia Bulldogs have blown away every opponent they have faced so far this season. The team sits at an impressive 7-0 record coming into Week 9. One of the reasons for their success has been tight end Brock Bowers.

Bowers had 41 receptions for 567 yards and four touchdowns before the injury.