Saints backup quarterback Jake Haener has had a slow start to his NFL career. A fourth-round pick last year out of Fresno State, Haener was forced to miss time his rookie year due to a suspension.
Saints backup quarterback Jake Haener told reporters Friday that he has been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer. Haener said he learned of the diagnosis just before the start of training camp, adding that he believes the diagnosis itself was fairly rare.
The second-year quarterback said he is doing OK mentally and is taking the necessary steps to address the issue.
A New Orleans Saints quarterback is dealing with skin cancer as the team begins training camp this month. He will have to figure out how to balance his health and drive to make the team for the 2024 season.
Saints backup quarterback Jake Haener said he's been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer that's rare for his age.
New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore left Friday's training camp practice with a hip flexor injury. Coach Dennis Allen confirmed the injury but did not provide any details about the severity.
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Rookie Kool-Aid McKinstry replaced Lattimore on the outside.
New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore left Friday’s training camp practice early and did not return. Head coach Dennis Allen revealed after practice that Lattimore was dealing with a hip flexor injury.
#Saints CB Marshon Lattimore left practice with a hip flexor injury
— Tina Howell (@TinaHowellNOLA) July 26, 2024Rookie cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry replaced Lattimore...
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His diagnosis is not considered to be life-threatening and will work out a treatment plan with doctors next week.
New Orleans Saints second-year QB Jake Haener was seen wearing a bandage on his face during the first couple days of training camp, and now we are aware of the reason.
#Saints QB Jake Haener said he has a rare form of skin cancer that was discovered before camp. He will know more details about it next week.
— Tina Howell (@TinaHowellNOLA)...The New Orleans Saints did not bring back Michael Thomas during free agency. That decision came after they gave the wideout a reworked, one-year deal for 2023.
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What has changed over the course of a year.
With training camp starting this week, the roster for the 2024 New Orleans Saints is starting to take shape. Now that the roster is the largest it will be before cuts start happening, it is a good time to see what the Saints are bringing to the table this season compared to last season.
Photo by Derick E. Hingle/Getty Images Notable Returning PlayersDerek Carr, Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, Taysom...
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Two more Saints suffer injuries-Canal St ChroniclesJust two days into training camp and the New Orleans Saints have already suffered injuries to three players.
Saints to hold open practices in NOLA-CSCThe Black and Gold announced that they would hold two open practices in the Big Easy when they return from California, one at Tulane’s Yulman Stadium and the other at the Superdome.
Training Camp...There was tons of excitement around the New Orleans Saints when they drafted rookie QB Spencer Rattler on day three of the 2024 NFL Draft. He's a former top-flight high school prospect with a massive arm and impressive athleticism. As of now, he is battling Jake Haener for the backup job in New Orleans.
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On the second day of training camp, two more Saints go down with injuries.
New Orleans Saints DE Trajan Jeffcoat and G Shane Lemieux both went down with injuries today in the second practice of training camp.
Saints coach Dennis Allen said DE Trajan Jeffcoat suffered an elbow injury. Guard Shane Lemieux also suffered an ankle injury. No updates on severity yet.
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) July 25, 2024After injuring his elbow, Trajan Jeffcoat...
Alvin Kamara is the New Orleans Saints all-time touchdown leader and one of the top playmakers in the franchise’s history. He’s a fan favorite and crucial to Klint Kubiak’s new offensive system.
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2 open practices will be held on August 20th and August 23rd.
The New Orleans Saints have announced that they will host two open practices to fans on Tuesday, August 20th at Tulane’s Yulman Stadium and Friday, August 23rd, in Caesars Superdome.
Practice at Yulman Stadium on Tuesday, August 20th, will start at 7:00 pm, with Gate B opening at 6:00 pm. The practice is scheduled to run from approximately 2 hours from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, followed by a...
Less than two years after selecting him to be the heir apparent to Alvin Kamara, the New Orleans Saints could cut running back Kendre Miller. A third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the TCU product was supposed to spend his rookie season backing up the five-time Pro Bowler while competing with free agent signee Jamaal Williams for snaps.
With training camp firing up this week and the preseason just around the corner, the New Orleans Saints wide receiver depth chart remains in flux. The Saints moved on from long-time star wideout Michael Thomas this offseason.
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What is their take on the Saints potential win total?
On Tuesday, the NFL posted a YouTube video reviewing the New Orleans Saints 2023 season, free agency additions, and expectations for the upcoming season. In the 10-minute video filled with snarky remarks, the commentary ended with the NFL’s ceiling and floor predictions for the Saints in 2024.
Floor 7-10To determine wins and losses, the NFL used New Orleans’ win total according to...
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Contributing to the team’s success is Kamara’s priority
The first day of the New Orleans Saints training camp has concluded, and afterward, RB Alvin Kamara spoke with media, and the main conversations were around his contract talks with the Saints. As of now, there has not been much progress, but Kamara made sure to say that even with contract discussions occurring, he will play this season.
Alvin Kamara said he loves the fans and the city. "I'm...
New Orleans Saints top running back Alvin Kamara isn't shying away from discussing his desire for a contract extension.