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Rams Veteran Rob Havenstein Retires After 11 Seasons

2/11/2026

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Summary

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Rob Havenstein, the Los Angeles Rams right tackle, retired on February 10, 2026, after 11 seasons.
Drafted in 2015, Havenstein was the last Rams player from the St. Louis era and started 148 games.
He contributed to four NFC West titles, two NFC Championships, and one Super Bowl, despite injuries limiting him to seven games in 2025, leaving a significant gap in the Rams' offensive line.

History

Historical Context

The St. Louis Rams relocated back to Los Angeles in 2016 after 21 years in Missouri, where they had struggled with performance and fan engagement. Originally moving to St. Louis in 1995, the Rams had won Super Bowl XXXIV in 1999 but faced a decline, culminating in a franchise value of $3 billion upon their return, highlighting the challenges of maintaining competitiveness in a new market.

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Story summary

Rob Havenstein, the Los Angeles Rams right tackle, retired on February 10, 2026, after 11 seasons.
Drafted in 2015, Havenstein was the last Rams player from the St. Louis era and started 148 games.
He contributed to four NFC West titles, two NFC Championships, and one Super Bowl, despite injuries limiting him to seven games in 2025, leaving a significant gap in the Rams' offensive line.

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