If Havenstein was the quiet backbone, Tyler Higbee has long been part of the leadership core. Higbee has grown alongside the McVay era—from early inconsistency to becoming a trusted weapon and vocal presence. He has seen Super Bowl highs and injury-laden lows. He understands perspective.
If Higbee decides to retire, the Rams lose a player who bridges eras. He connected veterans to young skill players. He understood how to lead without alienating. In a locker room that’s getting younger by the year, that kind of presence matters.