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What placing Mike Onwenu on injured reserve means for the Patriots

Patriots place starter on injured reserve, sparking roster moves and questions about team depth.

By · Published September 23, 2026  05:29 UTC · Updated September 23, 2026  07:24 UTC

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This move comes after a gruesome injury. The team has also added a veteran tight end in a series of roster moves.

The Boston Globe reported Onwenu's unavailability in the short term, while MLive.com highlighted the former Michigan OL's placement on IR. The addition of a veteran tight end may help mitigate the impact of Onwenu's injury, but the current state of the team's depth remains uncertain.

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