Bruce Arians has retired as the offensive coordinator of the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to reports and a statement from Mike Tomlin. Arians had been the offensive coordinator since 2007.

More: Steelers fans reactions to Arians sudden retirement

Steelers announce Bruce Arians has officially retired. Tomlin wishes him well in statement.

— mike freeman (@realfreemancbs) January 20, 2012

Here is the statement made by Mike Tomlin on the Steelers' official website.

Bruce Arians has informed me that he will retire from coaching. I appreciate his efforts over the past five years as the team’s offensive coordinator and for helping lead our offense to new heights during his time with the Steelers. I am grateful to Bruce for contributing to our success and wish him nothing but the best in his retirement.

Arians was promoted to the offensive coordinator after two years as the wide receiver coach under Bill Cowher.

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