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Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy stays with wife after shooting incident

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:53 PM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy stays with wife after shooting incident
Summary

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is with his wife Mia at a Virginia hospital following her alleged shooting by their son, Elijah. Bieniemy left rookie camp in Missouri on July 26 to support his wife, who is currently in stable condition after being shot in the arm and shoulder. Elijah, 27, has been charged with three felonies in connection with the incident. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid confirmed that Mia is improving and no longer in the ICU. Bieniemy was set to start his second term with the Chiefs after a prior absence from the franchise.

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  • •Bieniemy was notified of the shooting on July 26 while at rookie camp.
  • •Mia is recovering in stable condition after surgery.
  • •Elijah has been charged with use of a firearm in a felony.
  • •Reid reported Mia's condition is improving and she is out of ICU.
  • •Bieniemy plans to manage the Chiefs' offense this season.
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What they're saying
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Bieniemy spent two days at rookie camp in Missouri before he traveled to Virginia to be at wife Mia’s side

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