Summary
Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly attacked and robbed in Dublin, Ireland. The team is working with NFL security to find out more details. Thompson was treated for minor injuries and was not on schedule to play in an upcoming game.
Key Facts
- Skylar Thompson is a backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- Thompson was reportedly assaulted and mugged in Dublin, Ireland.
- The incident occurred on a Friday night.
- The Steelers' spokesman confirmed the situation and said they are gathering more information.
- Thompson was briefly hospitalized with minor injuries.
- The Steelers are in Ireland to play a regular-season NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings.
- Thompson was on injured reserve, meaning he was not going to play in the game.
