"The Rams on Wednesday placed safety Quentin Lake, tight end Tyler Higbee and right tackle Rob Havenstein on injured reserve. Lake, who had surgery Tuesday for a dislocated left elbow, Higbee (ankle) and Havenstein (knee/ankle) must sit out at least four games before they are eligible to return. The earliest return would be a Dec. 18 game against the Seahawks in Seattle."
""You don't replace players like that," McVay said of the experience and leadership that will be missing when the Rams play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. "You can't expect others to be able to do that. You expect guys that are getting opportunities to step up to be the best versions of themselves.""
"Lake, 26, was injured last Sunday in a victory over the Seattle Seahawks, a win that improved the Rams' record to 8-2. McVay indicated that if Lake returns, it would possibly be for the playoffs. Josh Wallace played in Lake's place as a hybrid nickel corner/linebacker. McVay said the Rams would continue to evaluate and formulate a plan to replace Lake moving forward, but they are expected to consider utilizing a combination that includes safety Kam Kinchens, Wallace and cornerbacks Cobie Durant and Roger McCreary."
Quentin Lake, Tyler Higbee and Rob Havenstein were placed on injured reserve and must miss at least four games, making them eligible to return as early as Dec. 18 in Seattle. Lake had surgery for a dislocated left elbow and was injured during the win over the Seahawks that improved the Rams to 8-2. Higbee has an ankle injury; Havenstein is dealing with knee and ankle issues after returning from previous injuries. Coach McVay noted the loss of experience and leadership and said younger players will be expected to step up. The team will mix safeties and cornerbacks to cover Lake's role, and Higbee’s absence will increase reps for backup tight ends.
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