If you think blocking an elite NFL edge rusher is just about getting your hands on them and holding your ground, think again. There's a chess match happening on every snap—and recently retired Los Angeles Rams right tackle Rob Havenstein is here to break it all down.

In a fascinating film breakdown, Havenstein walks viewers through a specific play against the Houston Texans, revealing the strategy and communication that goes into neutralizing a top-tier pass rusher like Will Anderson Jr. The key? It's not about dropping back and waiting. Instead, Havenstein explains the logic behind aggressively kicking out and attacking Anderson before he can gain momentum.

"I know I have K-Dot's eyes right away," Havenstein says, referring to guard Kevin Dotson. "Like, as we're going to the huddle, be like, 'Hey, if I get a good look here, I'm jumping and I need your eyes.' 'All right, cool. Got you.'"

That pre-snap communication is everything. By funneling Anderson inside toward Dotson, Havenstein used his help as a weapon—a strategy he relied on throughout his career. "Try to use my help as much as possible because some of these guys out there on the edge definitely warrant where you're going to need some help," he added.

The nearly hour-long video is a masterclass in offensive line play, offering a rare glimpse into the mindset of a Super Bowl champion tackle. For any football fan—or athlete looking to understand the nuance of pass protection—it's a must-watch.