Rob

Havenstein

Havenstein was often on the injury report late in the season with the shoulder ailment, but this is the first we’re hearing of a surgery. Entering his age-33 season, the Rams will likely take another stab at replacing Havenstein in this year’s draft. If for whatever reason he’s lagging behind in camp, Warren McClendon would likely be the next man up at right tackle.

Havenstein appeared in 11 games for the Rams last season due to ankle and shoulder injuries that sidelined him for multiple weeks. Per PFF, the veteran tackle allowed three sacks and 20 pressures while earning a blocking grade of 74.1. He’ll be 33 at the start of next season and is entering the final year of his contract. Havenstein is entering the twilight of his career, but a strong 2025 could be enough for the Rams to retain him on a short-term deal next offseason.

The Rams’ banged-up offensive line cannot catch a break. Havenstein’s Week 17 status is completely unknown at this point but beat reporter Stu Jackson adds “Joe Noteboom would start at RT if Havenstein can’t go.” The likely playoff-bound Rams will need their offensive line intact to make a run.

Havenstein’s return is a significant boost for the Rams’ offensive line, though starting LT Alaric Jackson (foot) is questionable, and reportedly expected to play, despite failing to practice all week. The Rams’ offensive line is rounding into form.

Havenstein hasn’t taken the field since suffering an ankle injury in Week 9. Joe Noteboom was removed from the team’s injury report Friday and should start in Havenstein’s place.

Backup tackle Joe Noteboom has been dealing with an ankle issue of his own but was removed from the injury report on Friday. He is expected to start at right tackle in place of Havenstein.

Havenstein still has Thursday and Friday to test out his injured ankle but it would have been nice to see him participate in a limited capacity on Wednesday. Former starter/backup T Joe Noteboom (ankle) did resume practicing in a limited capacity though, which bodes positively for his Week 12 availability.

Havenstein has been working his way back from an ankle he injured in Week 9. After missing the last two games, McVay appears optimistic about Havenstein’s availability for what will be a pivotal NFC matchup against the Eagles on Sunday Night Football on NBC. We’ll see how things go in practice, but the Rams could soon have a key part of their offensive line back in the mix this weekend.

Backup tackle Joe Noteboom is listed as doubtful. The Rams will likely default to Warren McClendon at right tackle for Week 11. An increase in pressure could result in more quick looks for Cooper Kupp, but you’re starting both Kupp and Puka Nacua regardless of the offensive line situation.

No real surprises here, with the biggest absence being offensive tackle Rob Havenstein after the veteran tackle re-injured an ankle injury he sustained in Week 1 in last week’s contest. Of note, both primary wide receivers in Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua were off the injury report heading into Monday.