"Onwenu, who is scheduled to earn a base salary of $16 million and carries a $25 million salary cap charge, would forego a $200,000 workout bonus if that continues. Onwenu has no guaranteed money remaining on his contract, and the Patriots probably would have liked to come away from the draft with someone to push."
"There had already been some speculation that the Vrabel staff might look to move him this offseason, mainly because he received a massive contract extension from Jerod Mayo in 2024, but with him arguably the best lineman on the offense in 2025, it seemed like an outlandish idea."
The Patriots have avoided contract disputes recently, but that may change. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez's extension talks are unclear after his fifth-year option was picked up. Wide receiver Kayshon Boutte's absence from offseason programs raised trade rumors, which were addressed. Starting right guard Mike Onwenu's absence has sparked concerns about his contract situation. Speculation about his potential trade has increased, especially since he has no guaranteed money left. Onwenu's current contract includes a significant base salary and a potential workout bonus he would forfeit if he continues to hold out.
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