Saints QB Jake Haener Expected to Miss Remainder of OTAs With Oblique Strain

The New Orleans Saints' quarterback competition is facing an early setback as Jake Haener suffered an oblique strain during an Organized Team Activity (OTA) practice, sidelining him for a few weeks and causing him to miss the remainder of OTAs. Haener, who is competing with Spencer Rattler, Tyler Shough, and undrafted rookie Hunter Dekkers for the starting QB role following Derek Carr's retirement, is expected to be ready for training camp despite the injury. Haener, a 2023 fourth-round pick, played in eight games last season with one start, completing 18 of 39 passes for 226 yards and a touchdown. Spencer Rattler, with more NFL experience, and rookie Tyler Shough, who brings a strong collegiate background, now have a clearer path to gain reps during OTAs. The Saints currently have no quarterback with an NFL win on the roster and have not signed a veteran signal caller, leaving the competition wide open. Coach Kellen Moore has emphasized that all quarterbacks will continue to compete for the starting role despite Haener's injury.