Though Havenstein’s career concludes without a Pro Bowl season on his resume, he was a crucial cog in Rams success under head coach Sean McVay. He was a member of seven playoff teams, four NFC West champions, started in two Super Bowls and was a 2021 Super Bowl LVI champion.
All told, Havenstein’s career saw him play in 148 games — all starts — over his 11 seasons.
He was a member of Pro Football Focus’ Top 101 squad on three occasions — 2018 (83.3 overall grade), 2020 (80.6), 2021 (83.4).
Warren McClendon filled in at right tackle for Havenstein and the 2023 NFL Draft fifth-rounder performed well. Whether McClendon is the permanent replacement remains to be seen.
Havenstein was a second-round pick in 2015, playing for the final season that the Rams were in St. Louis.
Though injuries prevented him from playing in the playoffs this year, he remained a constant with the team.
“I got a lot of love for this building, for this team, for that room,” Havenstein said, via Rams.com’s Stu Jackson on Jan. 26. “When I was young, guys were helping me out, and so it’s something I could return the favor and just do what I can. I just wanted to win, whether that was me on the field or smacking Puka on the sidelines, or handing out smelling salts. Whatever I could do to help, that’s what I wanted to do.”