The fact Matt Canada is returning as Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive coordinator shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. It fits with the team’s historical precedent. Canada has one year left on his contract through 2023 and in Pittsburgh, the Steelers make coaching changes when those deals expire, “parting ways” with as opposed to outright firings.
But in a 1v1 with KDKA’s Bob Pompeani, Steelers’ Team President Art Rooney II was adamant Canada’s contract played no role in the team’s decision to retain him.
“No, I don’t think so,” Rooney told Pompeani when asked about Canada’s contract being a factor.