Raiders expect Jackson Powers-Johnson back this week as the starting guard for Week 4 against the Chicago Bears, with Jordan Meredith staying at center. Chip Kelly emphasized Meredith’s center-call strengths and Powers-Johnson’s bigger, guard-ready frame, a mix the staff believes fits their protections. Powers-Johnson has missed two games, so the line’s full form remains untested.

The offense thrived with Powers-Johnson at center last season, but the Raiders are sticking with Meredith at center for now. Meredith’s athleticism and Powers-Johnson’s toughness should help the Raiders handle 3-techniques, while the Bears loom as a stern test to validate the new-look line.

Jason Kelce, the Super Bowl champion who retired after the 2023 season, stays in the football spotlight through media work and playful endeavors. He recently joined the Baltimore Ravens' marching band to play the MNF theme and the Ravens’ fight song, sax in hand. His post-NFL path blends performance with football culture, keeping him relevant across teams and fans.

Kelce’s sideline sax and Mummers Parade flair echo a career built on versatility. Between New Heights with his brother Travis and ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown, his unlikely crossover presence preserves his influence in the sport and its wider ecosystem, long after his playing days ended.