Haener completed 4 of 10 passes for 49 yards and one interception during Sunday's 20-19 loss against Washington.

Saints coach Darren Rizzi said Friday that Haener will start Sunday's game against the Commanders.

Saints coach Darren Rizzi said Wednesday that he'll likely wait until Friday to choose between Haener, Derek Carr (head/hand) and Spencer Rattler as the starting QB for Sunday's game at Green Bay, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Haener is expected to serve as the Saints' No. 2 quarterback behind Derek Carr (oblique) in Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Haener is slated to work as the backup to Week 6 starter Spencer Rattler for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers with Derek Carr (oblique) considered week-to-week, Katherine Terrell of ESPN reports.

Heaner is listed as a co-backup quarterback on the Saints' depth chart Tuesday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN reports.

Haener started Sunday's 30-27 preseason loss to the Titans and completed eight of 17 passes for 87 yards, without a touchdown or interception. He added one rushing attempt for six yards.

Haener completed nine of 13 passes for 107 yards during Saturday's 16-14 preseason win against the Cardinals. He also rushed once for three yards.

Haener participated fully in practice Wednesday, Todd Graffagnini of the Saints' official site reports.

Haener, who developed a rare form of skin cancer on his facial area, will have a procedure Monday to address the issue, Luke Loffredo of the USA Today reports.