On Tuesday, the Steelers signed Skylar Thompson, the backup quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, just three days after their 2024 season ended with a 28-14 wild-card loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Thompson’s agency, SportsTrust Advisors, confirmed the signing.
This move comes as the Steelers assess the futures of quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, who will both become free agents this offseason. Head coach Mike Tomlin addressed their situations on Tuesday, stating the team is “certainly open to considering those guys, but we have a lot of work ahead of us.” Wilson has made it clear that he wants to stay with the Steelers.
While Thompson is unlikely to be the Steelers’ starting quarterback, this signing is noteworthy given the uncertainty surrounding Wilson and Fields. Thompson will likely serve as a second- or third-string quarterback in the upcoming season.
Thompson appeared in three games for the Dolphins in 2024, starting in the 24-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in September. He completed 21 of 33 passes for 187 yards and no touchdowns during the season.
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