There was hope that he could return for Week 14 against the Buffalo Bills but Sean McVay’s update on Monday threw cold water on that idea. McVay said that while Higbee has exceeded everyone’s expectations in his rehab and recovery from a significant knee injury, he most likely won’t be ready to go this week, either.

The Los Angeles Rams opened the practice window for tight end Tyler Higbee – who is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last season – this week.  While that’

Rams TE Tyler Higbee is nearing a return from offseason knee and shoulder surgeries. Here are the latest updates.

What kind of impact might the return of Tyler Higbee have for the Rams? Is Higbee the missing piece that can help to unlock LA’s offense? Will he be eased back in the offense or can we expect Higbee to be a difference maker right away?

Higbee, who had offseason surgery, has been making progress throughout the season while remaining a vocal leader in the locker room but he isn’t expected to play this week.

The Seattle Seahawks were defeated 26-20 by the Los Angeles Rams in Week 9. The NFC West rematch is scheduled for the regular-season finale in Week 18. The Rams may be near full strength for that contest, with tight end Tyler Higbee returning to practice earlier this week.

Rams fans have anxiously awaited the return of tight end Tyler Higbee and he’s getting closer to being back on the field with each passing week. Sean McVay shared an update on Higbee Tuesday, telling reporters that the tight end is expected to return to practice this week.

For fantasy purposes, there's no reason to consider rostering or starting Higbee. Rams head coach Sean McVay said the nine-year vet is still a "couple of weeks away" from his return. Even if he makes it back on the field by Week 15, he'll likely see a ramp-up in activity and may not have a full workload until after Week 17.