exclusive details Jake Haener knocking on Giants’ door one month after questioning his NFL career By Howie Kussoy Published Sep. 24, 2026, 8:22 p.m. ET New York Giants quarterback Jake Haener (2) celebrates with quarterback Jameis Winston (19) after throwing a touchdown pass during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Friday, Aug. 28, 2026. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Jake Haener is now one play away from leading the New York Giants.
Just over a month ago, he wondered if his NFL career might be over.
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“Sometimes, it is hard to continue and trust and believe,” the Giants backup quarterback told The Post on Thursday. “Four weeks ago, I didn’t know if I was gonna be in a camp. I didn’t know if I was gonna be on a team. I didn’t know what was going on. There were a lot of signs that said I wasn’t gonna be in the league this year.
“I thought I might have to play in the UFL or the CFL. I thought, ‘Should I go to Canada? Is the NFL done?’ All these things were on the table.”
