Rob Havenstein, the veteran right tackle for the Los Angeles Rams, has officially announced his retirement after an impressive 11-year career. The announcement came via social media on Tuesday, marking the end of his journey with the team that began when they were still based in St. Louis.
In his heartfelt message, Havenstein reflected on his time in the league, stating, “11 years, 150+ starts, 4 time captain, 4 NFC West Championships, 2 NFC Championships and 1x Super Bowl Champion. What a ride it”s been! I can look back on my career and smile knowing I have given everything I had and more to the game I love. In saying that, I am officially retiring from the NFL.”
The 33-year-old lineman was drafted by the Rams out of Wisconsin in 2015 and has remained a vital part of the franchise through its transition back to Los Angeles. He was the last player on the current roster who made the move from St. Louis to Los Angeles, serving as a consistent presence on the offensive line throughout his tenure.
Havenstein started 148 games and participated in 13 playoff contests, including two Super Bowl appearances alongside left tackle Andrew Whitworth. His leadership was recognized as he served as a team captain multiple times over the years. However, injuries have plagued him in recent seasons, limiting him to just 18 games over the last two years.
Despite struggling with injuries, Havenstein made an effort to return to practice ahead of the NFC Championship game last month, aiming to contribute if the Rams advanced to the Super Bowl. He expressed gratitude to his family in his retirement announcement, thanking his wife and three daughters for their support.
With Havenstein”s departure, long snapper Jake McQuaide is now the only former St. Louis Rams player remaining with the franchise, although he is currently a free agent. Meanwhile, tight end Tyler Higbee has taken over as the longest-tenured player on the Rams” roster, following his draft in 2016 shortly after the team”s return to the West Coast.
