NFLPA releases statement after Steelers QB Skylar Thompson jumped, robbed during team's trip to Dublin

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly jumped and robbed Friday night in Dublin ahead of his team’s Week 4 game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. The NFLPA has released a statement, saying they are “aware of the incident,” though they are “working to understand the full circumstances surrounding what took place.”

“We are aware of the incident involving Skylar Thompson in Ireland and are relieved to know he is okay. The NFLPA is actively gathering more information and working to understand the full circumstances surrounding what took place,” the statement read, via Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. “As always, our priority is the health and safety of our player members — especially as we continue to work on player protections and well-being while playing international games — and we will continue to support Skylar in any way he needs.”

Pelissero previously reported that Thompson suffered minor injuries but is “OK” and with the team. A Steelers spokesperson said, “We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin. We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident.”

Skylar Thompson suffered minor injuries in Dublin robbing

The Steelers are in Dublin for the first NFL regular season game played in Ireland. Additionally, it’s the second of seven international NFL games that will be played in 2025. Thompson is not active despite making the trip. Pittsburgh placed him on injured reserve due to his hamstring injury.

His injury designation came on Sept. 10, so he’s eyeing a Week 6 return at the earliest. While the injuries suffered are considered minor, it’s unclear whether the incident causes a setback to his status.

Thompson is currently in his fourth season in the NFL, his first with the Steelers. He spent his previous seasons in Miami playing for the Dolphins. Thompson has appeared in 10 games, throwing for 721 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions. He has not thrown a pass for the Steelers this season.

Most of that production came while filling in for Tua Tagovailoa in Miami, who has dealt with his fair share of injuries throughout his career. As a rookie during the 2022 season, Thompson saw extended playing time in four games during the regular season and even started under center during the Dolphins’ 34-31 AFC Wild Card loss to the Buffalo Bills.

On3’s Barkley Truax contributed to this report.