MOBILE, Ala. — Scott Tolzien spent part of his NFL playing career as Aaron Rodgers’ backup.

He might be spending the next part of his career as Rodgers’ coach.

The New Orleans Saints quarterbacks coach confirmed Thursday that the Pittsburgh Steelers had requested an interview with him for their offensive coordinator job.

Beyond the ties to Rodgers, whose future is uncertain as the 42-year-old mulls retirement, Tolzien has a close connection with coach Mike McCarthy — who the Steelers hired this month to replace Mike Tomlin.

Tolzien began his NFL coaching career under McCarthy in Dallas.

“Anytime you get an opportunity to go interview for one of these (coordinator positions), that’s a really great growth opportunity,” Tolzien said from the Senior Bowl, where he’s serving as the American team’s offensive coordinator. “I’m lucky that I’m in the position that I enjoy where I’m at. Things are going really good and yet, you always see what’s out there.

“But my focus right now is this game. It’s awesome being here with all these players and coaches, so you want to put your best foot forward with them and give it your best shot.”

Tolzien said Saints coach Kellen Moore has been supportive of the Steelers’ pursuit. Pittsburgh also reportedly requested an interview with Saints assistant offensive line coach Jahri Evans for its offensive line coach. A day earlier, New Orleans general manager Mickey Loomis said he did not anticipate any changes to Moore’s staff, but also didn’t rule out the possibility.

Moore hired Tolzien, 38, to join his Saints staff last offseason after the two previously worked together in Dallas. This season, Tolzien worked closely with quarterbacks Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough, helping usher along their development.

Tolzien said he didn’t know how much his work in New Orleans caught Pittsburgh’s attention, but added he appreciated working with both of them.

Tolzien said McCarthy has been “incredible” for his career, both as a player and coach. Before entering the coaching ranks, Tolzien spent seven years in the NFL — three of which were under McCarthy in Green Bay.

“I’ve learned a ton about how to approach a game plan, how to manage a team and everything in between,” Tolzien said. “He’s gotten these jobs for a reason. And I’m super appreciative to have crossed paths with him.”

They may cross paths here soon again.