New England Patriots starting right guard Mike Onwenu has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday’s game with an ankle injury.
The injury occurred with less than one minute remaining in the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers, as quarterback Drake Maye was sacked on first down. The play also saw Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt roll up on Onwenu’s right leg from behind.
The 28-year-old stayed down before being carted off the field. He was then immediately ruled out by the team.
Veteran offensive lineman Greg Van Roten then took his place at right guard. Ben Brown is also on the game day roster as a reserve option along the interior.
Onwenu has been one of the Patriots’ best and most consistent linemen over the past few seasons. He started all 38 games at right guard over the last two years as he has led the team in offensive snaps in that stretch.
