Chiefs' Bieniemy steps away amid family incident, Commanders release Ben Steele
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 5:42 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has stepped away from the team following a family incident involving his wife, who was shot at their home. Bieniemy's son, Elijah Zion Bieniemy, has been arrested in connection to the shooting. Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders have parted ways with tight ends coach Ben Steele, who had been on leave due to an arrest for suspected driving under the influence. The NFL training camps are starting as all teams report by July 28, with the 49ers also facing adjustments as head coach Kyle Shanahan is out due to a concussion from a car accident. The Arizona Cardinals reached a one-year deal with quarterback Jacoby Brissett worth $15.5 million.
- •Eric Bieniemy has stepped away from the Chiefs following a family incident.
- •Bieniemy's son was arrested on three felony charges related to the shooting.
- •Commanders released tight ends coach Ben Steele following DUI charges.
- •49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is recovering from a concussion.
- •Cardinals signed QB Jacoby Brissett to a one-year, $15.5 million deal.
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