The NFL’s first trip to Dublin came with a snag.

Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson was the victim of a mugging on Friday night in the Irish capital ahead of Pittsburgh’s game against the Vikings at Croke Park, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported .

Thompson suffered minor injuries, but is OK and with the team, per Pelissero.

The 28-year-old was already on injured reserve after suffering a hamstring injury on Sept. 10.

“We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin,” a Steelers spokesman told Pelissero. “We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident.” 3

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Thompson, a Kansas State product, has played 10 games over three seasons in the NFL, all with the Dolphi

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