The Atlanta Falcons dismissed head coach Arthur Smith after the 2023 NFL season. Smith, who compiled a record of 21-30 over his three years in Atlanta, landed on his feet with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the offseason.
After helping the Steelers get their offense somewhat back on track, Smith is garnering interest as a head coach. Well, interest from the New York Jets, anyway.
According to a report from Ian Rapoport, the Jets have requested an interview with Smith for their head-coaching vacancy.
The #Jets have requested to interview #Steelers OC Arthur Smith, source said, an intriguing candidate to watch there.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 6, 2025
Smith made a name for himself as the Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator, primarily for his work with Ryan Tannehill. He was hired by Atlanta in 2021 and despite building up the offensive line, the team’s poor play at quarterback likely cost him his job three years later.
The Steelers ranked 27th in total yards and 16th in points with Smith as offensive coordinator this season. However, the team got the most out of Russell Wilson after his disastrous two-year stint in Denver.
The Falcons finally ended their streak of 7-10 seasons in 2024, finishing 8-9 in Raheem Morris’ first full season as head coach.