Getting thrown into the fire is commonplace for backup quarterbacks in the NFL. And Skylar Thompson is no different, having to step up for multiple stints as a starter his rookie season two years ago — when he entered the season as a third-stringer.

The Miami Dolphins are signing backup quarterback Tyler Huntley off the Ravens' practice squad as Tua Tagovailoa remains out with the third diagnosed concussion of his pro career. Coach Mike McDaniel confirmed the move first reported by NFL Network on Monday,

The Miami Dolphins are signing quarterback Tyler "Snoop" Huntley off of the Baltimore Ravens practice squad. Huntley, 26, was a Pro Bowler in 2022 for the Ravens. Huntley, a native of Dania Beach, Florida, attended Hallandale High School and played college ball at Utah.

MIAMI GARDENS — Miami Dolphins quarterback Tyler "Snoop" Huntley was named for rap legend Snoop Dogg. Does Tyler prefer Tyler or Snoop?

“My momma would prefer Tyler,” he said. “Everybody calls me Snoop, so you can call me Snoop.” When Huntley played in the February 2023 Pro Bowl (as an injury replacement for Josh Allen), he met Snoop Dog, the rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, media personality and actor.

A multi-week absence (at a minimum) is in store as a result, and the Dolphins added quarterback depth in the form of Tyler Huntley. Skylar Thompson will serve as Miami’s starter moving forward, but the team opted to add Huntley off the Ravens’ practice squad on Monday.