The Pittsburgh Steelers have added veteran quarterback Skylar Thompson to their roster amidst uncertainty in their quarterback room. Following their 28-14 playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the Steelers find themselves without any quarterbacks currently under contract, including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and Kyle Allen, all of whom are out of contract.
Skylar Thompson, a seventh-round pick by the Miami Dolphins in 2022, has limited starting experience with a 1-2 record. He is expected to serve as a backup, though it’s unclear who the starting quarterback will be for the Steelers next season.
Coach Mike Tomlin acknowledged the uncertainty, indicating the team is open to considering their previous quarterbacks but has significant decisions to make. Russell Wilson, despite his age and recent performance, including a 270-yard, two-touchdown game in the playoffs, has expressed a desire to remain in Pittsburgh.
The team’s decision-making process will involve evaluating Wilson’s capability as a starting quarterback as he approaches his 37th birthday, alongside potential moves in the quarterback market or the draft. Thompson’s signing addresses depth but leaves the starting quarterback question open.
