Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson. Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Steelers backup QB robbed ahead of Week 4 win in Ireland

By Conor Killmurray | Last updated Sep 28, 2025 2:25 PM ET

Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was jumped and robbed on Friday night in Dublin, Ireland, ahead of the team's international game against the Minnesota Vikings.

According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Thompson suffered minor injuries but stayed with the team through the rest of the weekend. The news broke early Sunday morning with a statement the team provided to Pelissero.

"We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin," the team stated. "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's incident doesn't faze Pittsburgh Steelers

Thompson has been on injured reserve since Sept. 10 due to a hamstring injury, but still traveled with the team for the NFL's first game in Ireland. So, Thompson wasn't set to dress for Sunday's game in Croke Park anyway. He was able to be on the sidelines with the team for its 24-21 win against the Vikings.

Skylar Thompson, who was reportedly the victim of a robbery on Friday, is on the sideline during warmups.

He’s on IR and obviously not expected to be in uniform. pic.twitter.com/m2MWW8sKpN
— Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) September 28, 2025

The Steelers' rushing attack came alive with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith getting the ball to running back Kenneth Gainwell 19 times for 99 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver DK Metcalf's growing connection was also crucial to the win, as the receiver recorded 126 yards on five receptions, including an 80-yard touchdown.

"We are aware of the incident involving Skylar Thompson in Ireland and are relieved to know he is okay," the NFL Players' Association added in a statement. "The NFLPA is actively gathering more information and working to understand the full circumstances surrounding what took place. 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."

The league recently announced a multiyear commitment to play a minimum of three regular-season games annually in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as the NFL seeks to expand its global presence. The appeal of international games is to experience different cultures and fan bases, and hopefully, future trips to the Emerald Isle won't be so eventful.

Conor Killmurray

Conor Killmurray is a long-suffering fan of New York sports, particularly the Giants and Mets—a potent combination for heartbreak, if you ask him. He graduated from West Chester University with a degree in English and enjoys searching for the most interesting sports stories to write about.

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