Particle.news
Download on the App Store
20 ARTICLES
·
1h ago

Rams Place Quentin Lake, Tyler Higbee and Rob Havenstein on IR After Lake’s Elbow Surgery

Los Angeles turns to a committee in the secondary following three injured‑reserve moves.

Image
Image
Kamren Kinchens of the Rams celebrates an interception against the Seattle Seahawks with teammates Nate Landman, Quentin Lake and Byron Young during the first quarter at SoFi Stadium Sunday. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
The Rams placed right tackle Rob Havenstein, left, tight end Tyler Higbee, center, and safety Quentin Lake, right, on injured reserve on Wednesday, knocking all three starters and leaders out for at least the next four games. (Photos by Getty Images)

Overview

  • Coach Sean McVay confirmed Quentin Lake had surgery to repair a dislocated left elbow and is likely out for the regular season with a possible playoff return.
  • The Rams placed Lake, tight end Tyler Higbee (ankle) and right tackle Rob Havenstein (ankle/knee) on injured reserve, making them ineligible for at least four games with the earliest return in Week 16 at Seattle.
  • To cover Lake’s slot/STAR role, the team will use a rotation featuring Josh Wallace, Kamren Kinchens and Cobie Durant, with Roger McCreary also under consideration.
  • Corresponding moves included signing kicker Harrison Mevis to the active roster, claiming safety Chris Smith II off waivers and adding cornerback Alex Johnson to the practice squad.
  • Los Angeles is 8-2 on a five-game win streak and hosts the Buccaneers on Sunday night as younger players assume larger roles and sidelined veterans maintain a leadership presence.