Skylar Thompson Assaulted and Robbed in Dublin
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson was robbed in Dublin ahead of the team's NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings.
“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...”
Pittsburgh Steelers reserve quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly robbed in Dublin ahead of the team's historic game against the Minnesota Vikings. According to local media, Thompson suffered minor injuries in the incident, which occurred late Friday while he was socializing.
“We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin,” Steelers spokesperson Burt Lauten said in a statement. “We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident.”
The Irish Independent newspaper reported that Thompson was assaulted and robbed in Dublin on Friday night, and was briefly hospitalized with minor injuries. NFL Network described the incident as Thompson being “jumped and robbed.” Despite the incident, Thompson was present at the game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, although he didn't play due to being on injured reserve. The Steelers won the game 24-21.
Thompson's incident has sparked concern, but fortunately, he sustained only minor injuries. The NFL Players Association expressed relief that Thompson is okay and is actively gathering more information about the incident. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin praised the team's experience in Dublin, highlighting the excellent hospitality and accommodations, and didn't mention Thompson's status during the post-game news conference.
The Irish police are investigating the incident involving Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson, who was reportedly robbed in Dublin ahead of the team's historic game against the Minnesota Vikings. In a statement to AFP, the police confirmed they are “making enquiries” into the incident without providing further details.
Thompson, who joined the team in Dublin as an injured reserve player with a hamstring complaint, was notably absent from the game against the Vikings. Despite Thompson's incident, the Steelers secured a 24-21 win over the Vikings in the NFL's first regular-season game in Ireland, held at Dublin's Croke Park stadium. The match drew a massive crowd of around 75,000 fans, marking a significant moment for the NFL's international expansion.
Steelers backup QB Skylar Thompson suffered minor injuries after getting "jumped and robbed" in Dublin on Friday night, per @TomPelissero 😳
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 28, 2025
He is OK and is with the team 🙏 pic.twitter.com/y7poROa0Tz
According to reports, Thompson was “jumped and robbed” on Friday night in Dublin, sustaining minor injuries that required brief hospitalization. Steelers spokesperson Burt Lauten acknowledged the incident, stating, “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.” The NFL Players Association also expressed relief that Thompson is okay and is actively gathering more information about the incident.
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