NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Lions are requesting an interview with Steelers OC Arthur Smith for their OC opening.
Smith has received interest from the Titans and Cardinals regarding their HC vacancies, but he could look to make a lateral move if he doesn’t land a HC job after Mike Tomlin stepped down.
Here’s a current list of candidates for the Lions’ OC opening:
- Former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel
- Seahawks pass game coordinator Jake Peetz (Scheduled)
- Ravens QBs coach Tee Martin (Scheduled)
- Steelers OC Arthur Smith (Requested)
Smith, 43, began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at North Carolina back in 2006. From there, he worked for Washington for two years before being hired as an administrative assistant/defensive intern at Ole Miss in 2010.
The Titans hired Smith as a defensive assistant/quality control coach a year later and he worked his way to TEs coach in 2015. Tennessee promoted him to offensive coordinator after Matt LaFleur accepted the Packers’ HC job.
After Smith found success in that role, the Falcons hired him as their head coach in 2021. However, he was let go after three seasons and joined Pittsburgh as their offensive coordinator.
In three seasons in Atlanta, Smith had a record of 21-30 (.412 winning percentage) with no playoff appearances.
In 2025, the Steelers’ offense ranked 25th in total yards, 15th in total points, 26th in rushing yards and 22nd in passing yards.
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