A second-round pick in 2015, Havenstein emerged as a durable fixture on the Rams’ offensive line, starting well over 150 games and earning four captaincies along the way. He spent the majority of his career at right tackle, a steady presence up front for a franchise that leaned on his reliability.
Havenstein was a key piece of the Rams during their championship run, starting at right tackle when Los Angeles won Super Bowl LVI after the 2021 season. He was described as one of the steadier pillars of the line—a quiet, dependable player the franchise built around for years.
In the past three seasons, Havenstein’s durability waned; he hasn’t appeared in a full season since 2022 and played in only 32 games over that stretch. The shifting depth role suggested the ceiling of his playing days had changed, making retirement a natural next step.
In his retirement message, Havenstein thanked the Rams for believing in him, along with teammates, coaches, fans, his parents, and his wife for keeping him going. He reflected on a career that began with a late-round opportunity and ended with a Super Bowl ring and lasting memories.
With Havenstein’s departure, the Rams’ roster loses the last holdover from the St. Louis era, marking the end of an important era in the franchise’s history. His 11-year run leaves behind a legacy as a durable, trusted right tackle and a four-time team captain who helped anchor Los Angeles’ line through a championship journey.
Havenstein leaves the league as a respected, steady contributor who played a pivotal role in one of the Rams’ most successful periods. His retirement closes a notable chapter for the franchise and its offensive line, capped by a Super Bowl championship and a long, steady run as a cornerstone player.
