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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) July 26, 2024
Haener said that right before the start of training camp he was diagnosed with a rare form of skin cancer. He declined to say what type of skin cancer it was but did disclose that it is not considered to be life-threatening.
“For my age, it’s kind of rare that that it pops up like that. So, I’m trying to get that evaluated with our training staff. I have a consultation with doctors August 1st on our off day.”
The former Fresno State Bulldog plans to visit specialists in the coming week to seek further opinions on a treatment plan.
As of now, Jake is battling rookie QB Spencer Rattler for the backup position, with Haener having the leverage after an impressive offseason to this point.