The New Orleans Saints have benched Jake Haener for rookie Spencer Rattler during Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders. The Week 15 matchup was Haener's first game as the starting quarterback. Derek Carr sustained an injury in last week's game.

Jake Haener could become the first quarterback drafted by the New Orleans Saints to win a game for the team since 1998:

Haener's first start came to a quick close, as rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler started the second half for New Orleans. Rattler led the Saints to the end zone on his first drive.