Skylar Thompson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Any given Sunday. Right? We need to keep reminding ourselves of that NFL reality as the Miami Dolphins prepare to face the San Fancisco 49ers in a Week 2 matchup that almost seems unwinnable for a rebuilding program against a perennial contender coming off a season-opening spanking of the Super Bowl favorites.

Baltimore Ravens News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Ravens QB Skylar Thompson Lands On IR

Quarterback Skylar Thompson‘s season is over before it began. The Ravens placed Thompson on IR with an undisclosed injury on Wednesday, per a team announcement.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 12

Ravens Place QB Skylar Thompson On IR, Sign Replacement

The Baltimore Ravens announced they have placed QB Skylar Thompson on injured reserve. To fill the open roster spot, the team signed QB Austin Reed. Thompson can’t play for the Ravens again this season since he went on IR before cutdowns unless he’s released with a settlement.

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Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / July 24

Diego Pavia's Ravens tenure ends before it even had a chance to begin

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NFL News / Field Level Media / May 4

Report: Ravens signing veteran QB Skylar Thompson

The Ravens reportedly are adding a fifth quarterback to the depth chart with veteran Skylar Thompson. NFL Network reported Monday that Baltimore is expected to sign Thompson to the 90-man roster.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 4

Ravens To Sign QB Skylar Thompson

The Ravens are expected to add a fifth quarterback to their offseason roster. Skylar Thompson is expected to be added among Lamar Jackson‘s backups, according to NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 21

Steelers Insider: Will Howard Didn't Look As Good As Mason Rudolph or Skylar Thompson In On Field Practice

The Pittsburgh Steelers are surrounded by quarterback controversy again in the 2026 NFL offseason. The team's starting signal-caller is unclear, as 2025's starter, Aaron Rodgers, is still prolonging his decision.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / February 17

Could Bucs Possibly Reunite With Former QB Kyle Trask?

The biggest quarterback question that the Bucs have in the 2026 offseason is if they are going to give a contract extension to Baker Mayfield, and is he even willing to sign one?

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 2

Insider believes NFL, Steelers aimed to minimize incident in Ireland

Before the game kicked off, troubling news emerged.

Steelers backup QB robbed ahead of Week 4 win in Ireland

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 30

New Details Emerge in Robbery of Steelers QB

Additional details have emerged regarding the reported robbery of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson in Dublin, Ireland before the team's Week 4 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The Spun / September 29

Irish Police Announce Decision On Robbery Of NFL Quarterback

An alleged robbery involving Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson has reportedly been looked over by Irish police who issued an update on the incident following the team's 24-21 win in Dublin.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 28

Steelers backup QB robbed ahead of Week 4 win in Ireland

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Field Level Media / September 28

Report: Steelers QB Skylar Thompson robbed in Dublin

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson was "jumped and robbed" Friday night in Dublin, NFL Network reported on Sunday. The report came shortly before the Steelers were set to face the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL's first game in the Ireland capital.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28

Steelers QB Skylar Thompson was reportedly jumped and robbed in Dublin

Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly the victim of a violent crime ahead of the team’s game against the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, Ireland.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 10, 2025

Steelers Now Place Quarterback Skylar Thompson And Veteran Linebacker On IR; Officially Sign Jabrill Peppers

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to win their first game of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday, but the team came away from the contest with some injuries.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 28, 2025

Steelers' Skylar Thompson Makes Confession About What Led To Great Preseason Performance

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had significant turmoil at the quarterback position in recent years. Ever since Ben Roethlisberger retired following the 2021 season, the team has been searching for a solution at the most important position in football, but one has not been found just yet.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23, 2025

Steelers Fans Should Absolutely Pump The Brakes On Skylar Thompson As QB2 In Pittsburgh: 'Let’s Just Stop This Nonsense'

The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up the 2025 preseason with a 19-10 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday. The Steelers finish the preseason with a 2-1 record, but still a lot of questions as we get closer to opening day.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 19, 2025

Popular Steelers rookie could be left off roster after shocking turn of events

The Pittsburgh Steelers' front office continued the trend of beefing up the trenches in the 2025 NFL Draft. Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black were selected to help the defensive line, and the selection of ball carrier Kaleb Johnson only enhanced the belief that the team will continue think run first, regardless of who is under center at quarterback.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / August 18, 2025

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10, 2025

Steelers' backup QBs impress in preseason win

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14, 2025

Ex-Dolphins QB signs deal with Steelers

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NFL News / Field Level Media / January 14, 2025