The New England Patriots lost an extremely winnable game on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. One of those players is 27-year-old offensive lineman Mike Onwenu, whose numbers (via Pro Football Focus) show consistency and efficiency in the name of protecting Drake Maye. X user @LosTalksPats may have been correct in labeling Onewnu “extremely underrated”. The Patriots are certainly aware of Onwenu’s value, having inked him to a three-year, $57 million extension in March of 2024. Story continues below advertisementAs other members of New England’s line work through growing pains, Onwenu experience and stability will continue to be of paramount importance in 2025.