The New England Patriots suffered multiple injuries in Sunday’s hard-fought victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. As a result, new faces filled roles in a difficult situation.
Right guard Mike Onwenu suffered a leg injury that is potentially season-ending
after the game. Veteran offensive lineman Greg Van Roten stepped up as the replacement, and he will likely remain in that role if Onwenu misses significant time.Edge rusher Dre'Mont Jones was also ruled out after a Steelers offensive lineman landed on his shoulder while attempting to recover a fumble. The Patriots lost rookie tight end Eli Raridon in the second quarter to a thigh injury and safety Dell Pettus to an ankle injury on special teams.
Cornerback Marcus Jones also left the game with
an injury at one point, but he returned after taking a breather.
#Patriots depth players who stepped up due to injury:
— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 20, 2026
Mike Onwenu > Greg Van Roten
Dre'Mont Jones > Gabe Jacas/Quintayvious Hutchins
Eli Raridon > Reggie Gilliam/Cameron Latu
Dell Pettus > Mack Hollins/Karon Prunty
Craig Woodson > Jaylen Reed
Marcus Jones > Channing Canada
Sunday's victory took a physical toll on the Patriots, and they can only hope that it doesn't hurt them in the long run.
Their first win of the season came at a major price ahead of scheduled AFC matchups against the Jacksonville Jaguars and Buffalo Bills next on the itinerary.
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This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Patriots lose five players to injuries in Sunday's win over Steelers
