Jake Haener

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		8	226	1	1	62.6
2025		2	78	0	1	45.7
2024		8	226	1	1	62.6

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Kansas City's decision to retain Jake Haener on a one-year, $1.1M deal represents exceptional value for a depth quarterback, earning a B+ CVI that reflects smart roster construction at the position's most cost-effective tier. While Haener profiles as a depth piece rather than a franchise cornerstone, securing competent quarterback insurance at just over league minimum demonstrates shrewd front office work, especially for a championship contender that needs reliable backup options behind Patrick Mahomes. The modest $1.1M investment carries virtually zero financial risk while providing the Chiefs with a young quarterback who can develop within Andy Reid's system without hampering their salary cap flexibility. This short-term structure allows Kansas City to evaluate Haener's growth trajectory while maintaining the option to part ways without consequence if he doesn't progress as expected. For a team prioritizing championship windows, locking up quarterback depth at this price point while preserving resources for impact players represents textbook roster management that should serve them well throughout the 2024 season.

Performance Analysis

Jake Haener grades at a D- as a backup quarterback who has seen limited but interesting action over three seasons in New Orleans. His one touchdown and 226 passing yards across eight career games is a tiny sample, and the 22 rushing yards add minimal dimension. The Saints have kept Haener around as their QB3/emergency option, giving him brief stints when injuries hit the quarterback room. There is not enough NFL tape to evaluate whether Haener can be a legitimate backup, let alone a starter, but the fact that New Orleans has kept him for three years suggests they see something in his work ethic and preparation. Now with the Chiefs, Haener gets a chance to learn behind Patrick Mahomes — not a bad gig for a developmental quarterback.