Chiefs cut former Saints quarterback after tryouts at rookie minicamp
The Kansas City Chiefs shuffled their depth chart after tryouts at rookie minicamp over the weekend, waiving former Saints backup QB Jake Haener.
Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener will be looking for a new home after being waived by the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday. The 2023 fourth-round pick had hoped to develop behind star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, but that opportunity will have to wait, at least for now. Haener signed a reserve/futures contract with Kansas City earlier this year after spending the regular season on the New Orleans Saints practice squad.
During his time in New Orleans last season, he found himself on the outside of a competitive quarterback battle between Spencer Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough as the two emerged as primary contenders for the starting role. Former #Saints QB Jake Haener back on the free agent market. https://t.
co/QGhhoj7gqJ ā Ross Jackson (@RossJacksonNOLA) May 4, 2026 While Haener ultimately fell short of securing a long-term opportunity in both New Orleans and Kansas City, he'll continue to be viewed as a player with high football intellect at the quarterback position. His unique understanding of the game should allow him to contribute to a supporting role in the future, making him an appealing option for teams looking to add value to their room. This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: NFL news and rumors: Chiefs cut former Saints QB Jake Haener