The quarterback’s biggest supporter was anticipating his first start of the season in Seattle.
Ahead of kickoff Sunday between the Dolphins and Seahawks, Bre Newcomer — who is engaged to Miami’s new QB1 — posted an Instagram snap from Lumen Field, where the former seventh-round pick will be under center as starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is currently sidelinedThompson was drafted by the Dolphins with the 247th pick in 2022 and started two games that year, along with a playoff contest.He relieved an injured Tagovailoa on Sept.
“Just hearing guys talk and guys that have been there, it’s a special place to play and the 12th man is real. I’m super excited for that. For me, that’s what you want. That’s why football is such a great game, and being able to go on the road, having a road opportunity with the guys and get to go in there and go to battle with them in that environment is fun.
“When I tell you that the confidence that the team has for Skylar is real and it’s earned, and it’s based upon thousands of hours that as a backup quarterback most people don’t see. I would say they are very motivated to do their jobs and that’s the greatest compliment you could see,” said McDaniel, who is in his third season as head coach.
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