Chase Daniel reflects on NFL career and preseason importance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Chase Daniel, former Saints quarterback who won Super Bowl XLIV, shared insights on his 14-year NFL career. He emphasized that strong preseason performances were crucial for players seeking roster spots, as they provide film that can attract attention from other teams. Daniel entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2009 and earned a reputation for excelling in preseasons with various teams, including the Saints and Bears. Over his career, he reportedly earned $43 million despite rarely being a starting quarterback. His experiences highlight the significance of preseason evaluations for players fighting to secure positions on NFL rosters.
- •Chase Daniel played 14 seasons in the NFL after going undrafted in 2009.
- •He served as Drew Brees' backup with the Saints from 2010 to 2012.
- •Daniel emphasized the value of strong preseason performances for job security.
- •He earned approximately $43 million throughout his NFL career.
- •His experience shows how film from preseason can influence team decisions.
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"Preseason football can be a strange evaluation period for players fighting to stay in the NFL. A strong performance may not guarantee a roster spot, but it can give a player something valuable: more film for another team to study.
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