Steelers QB Skylar Thompson involved in off-field incident in central Dublin

Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was involved in an off-field incident in central Dublin early Saturday that left him with minor injuries, the team said Monday, while Irish police said no formal complaint has been filed and investigators have not determined whether a robbery occurred. The incident occurred in the Temple Bar and Dame Street area in the early hours as the Steelers prepared to play the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL’s first regular-season game in Ireland.

The Steelers said they were aware of a situation involving Thompson on Friday night and are working with NFL security to gather more information. “We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident,” the team’s spokesman said. The NFL Players Association said it was investigating and pledged support for Thompson, saying in a statement that the health and safety of player members remains a priority.

Irish national police, An Garda Síochána, said officers on patrol encountered a man in his 20s early Saturday who required medical assistance. The man was treated and assessed at the scene by emergency services personnel,...