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Saints QB Jake Haener Battles Rare Skin Cancer

Jul 26, 2024 1 min read

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New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener has been diagnosed with a rare form of skin cancer, which he has described as non-life-threatening. Haener first noticed an unusual bump on his face before the start of training camp, which was subsequently removed and biopsied, confirming the presence of cancer. He has not disclosed the specific type of skin cancer but has mentioned that it is rare for someone his age.

Haener, a fourth-round draft pick from Fresno State in the 2023 NFL Draft, is currently working with medical professionals to determine his treatment plan. He is scheduled for a consultation on August 1 to discuss potential procedures and next steps. Despite the diagnosis, Haener has been able to continue practicing with the team and is competing for the backup quarterback position behind Derek Carr. Haener was also suspended for the first six games of the regular season for violating the NFL's policy on performance enhancers last year.

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