Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson had an unsettling weekend overseas. According to the NFL Network, the third-string QB who is currently on injured reserve was jumped and robbed Friday night in Dublin, Ireland. Fortunately, his injuries were minor, and he remained with the team.
Despite all that, the Week 3 vs Vikings was a nail-biter. A 24-21 Steelers victory, keeping the Dublin crowd on edge until the last snap. After the win, head coach Mike Tomlin made it clear the trip meant more than just the result on the field: “Before I even get to the game, I just can’t express enough the reception that we got here. The hospitality, the accommodations, the service, it was all top-notch, man. It’s an honor to represent American football here in Dublin.”
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