Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is reported to be a candidate Wednesday for the University of North Carolina head coaching position, and Smith confirmed contact with the school Thursday.
Smith visited North Carolina, which fired Mack Brown this week, and he told reporters that the administration had made a call. Smith said he’s not thinking about this opening with the Steelers looking to win the AFC North.
“Of course, it’s your alma mater,” Smith said, via Kevin Gorman Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. “It’s not something I thought about. Like many of these things, I know today’s media can blow things out of control. The reality is, reached with an initial call. I appreciate it. Love that place though That’s not my focus“
Smith played guard at North Carolina and served as a graduate assistant there before heading to the NFL. He was the head coach of the Falcons for three seasons before joining the Steelers this year.
