Jake Haener

Jake Haener is signing a deal with the Saints to join their practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

Haener lost the quarterback competition this offseason, but the team still likes what he brings to the table and will re-sign him as a member of their practice squad. He isn't expected to see any action for the Saints anytime soon, barring injuries to the guys ahead of him on the depth chart.

The New Orleans Saints are bringing back quarterback Jake Haener on their practice squad, who they drafted in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Haener has started one game for the Saints in two seasons, playing behind QB Spencer Rattler following Derek Carr's injury in 2024. Haener was waived after losing the QB battle this season to Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough, but he is returning as their QB3 on the practice squad.

Jake Haener has been waived by the New Orleans Saints.

Fantasy Impact

Haener was one of the quarterbacks battling for the starting job in New Orleans over the course of the summer, but he did not win and is now being waived by the team. If he finds a home with a new team, it will be as nothing more than a depth piece.

Jake Haener is reportedly getting a real shot in Saints' "three-man race" at quarterback in training camp.

Fantasy Impact

Haener took more first-team reps in the team period on Friday than Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough, making it a true three-man battle. Haener struggled in his one start last season. While he is getting a shot, it likely remains between Rattler and Shough.

Jake Haener is expected to work with the Saints first-team offense at practice on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

It appears Haener may be in the mix for the starting quarterback role alongside Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough. Haener has reportedly impressed to start training camp. It is something to monitor, but Rattler and Shough probably remain above him in the starting battle.