Skylar Thompson

High school (ages 12+)
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https://smallwhale.org/articles/skylar-thompson

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Skylar Thompson born?June 4, 1997
2. What is the college?Kansas State University
3. What is the NFL draft round?Seventh Round, 2022
4. Who is Skylar Thompson?Skylar Thompson is a professional American football quarterback who first played for the Kansas State Wildcats in college and now plays in the NFL.
5. Which teams has Skylar Thompson played for?He played for the Kansas State Wildcats in college, was drafted by the Miami Dolphins, and now is a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Quarterback: The primary offensive player responsible for directing plays, passing, and managing the offense.
NFL Draft: An annual event where National Football League teams select eligible college football players to join their rosters.
Audible: A change in a play called by the quarterback at the line of scrimmage just before the snap.
Line of Scrimmage: An imaginary line across the field where the ball is placed before each play begins.