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Giants Sign Jake Haener to Compete for Third-String Quarterback Spot

Haener fills the spot opened by Sam Webb's retirement ahead of final roster cutdowns.

Aug 23, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener (3) drops back to pass against Denver Broncos during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
Sep 21, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris (22) takes a hand off from quarterback Justin Herbert (10) and runs for a first down in the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Jake Haener gestures at the line of scrimmage during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

Overview

  • The New York Giants signed quarterback Jake Haener on Monday to take the roster spot left open by Sam Webb’s retirement.
  • Haener is expected to compete with veteran Brandon Allen for the No.3 quarterback job behind Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston.
  • Haener was a 2023 fourth-round pick who has limited NFL game experience, appearing in eight games with one start and completing 18 of 39 passes for 226 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
  • Brandon Allen’s poor showing in the preseason opener helped prompt the late-camp addition and means the Giants will use the remaining preseason game action to evaluate both quarterbacks.
  • The team also hosted a workout for former Pro Bowl running back Najee Harris, showing the Giants are conducting late veteran auditions to shore up depth and to decide who stays on the 53-man roster or practice squad.