Steelers Sign Former Dolphins QB Skylar Thompson Amid Quarterback Uncertainty

PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Steelers signed former Miami Dolphins quarterback Skylar Thompson on Tuesday, adding him to their 90-man offseason roster as the team faces significant decisions at the quarterback position. Thompson’s agency announced the move, marking his first step toward a potential fresh start in Pittsburgh.

Thompson, 27, joins the Steelers after spending the 2024 season on the Dolphins’ practice squad. A seventh-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Thompson was thrust into a starting role with Miami earlier than expected due to injuries but struggled to make an impact. In 10 regular-season appearances, including three starts, he completed 58.7% of his passes for 721 yards, throwing one touchdown and four interceptions.

The Steelers’ quarterback room remains in flux, with Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and Kyle Allen all set to become free agents in March. Last year, Pittsburgh overhauled its quarterback lineup, parting ways with Kenny Pickett, Mitchell Trubisky, and Mason Rudolph. Thompson is currently the only quarterback under contract for the 2025 season.

“Skylar brings experience and potential to our roster,” a Steelers spokesperson said. “We’re excited to see how he fits into our plans moving forward.”

Thompson’s NFL journey began with promise at Kansas State, where he played 45 games over five seasons, amassing 7,124 passing yards, 42 touchdowns, and over 1,000 rushing yards. However, his transition to the NFL has been rocky, marred by injuries and inconsistent performances.

In 2024, Thompson initially served as the Dolphins’ backup to Tua Tagovailoa but suffered an injury early in the season. The team turned to Tyler ‘Snoop’ Huntley as their primary backup, relegating Thompson to the practice squad. Now, with the Steelers, Thompson hopes to revive his career and compete for a more prominent role.

The Steelers’ decision to sign Thompson reflects their ongoing efforts to stabilize the quarterback position. Whether he remains on the roster or serves as a temporary solution will depend on his performance in offseason workouts and training camp.