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Chiefs OC Bieniemy comments on Suamataia's benching ahead of Chargers game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 11:28 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Chiefs OC Bieniemy comments on Suamataia's benching ahead of Chargers game

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy discussed offensive lineman Kingsley Suamataia's recent benching during a press conference on October 15, 2026. Bieniemy stated that the situation between head coach Andy Reid and Suamataia remains private but emphasized the importance of the player to the team. Suamataia had been benched in the previous game against the Las Vegas Raiders, with Mike Caliendo starting in his place. Reid confirmed that Suamataia will return to the lineup for the upcoming match against the winless Los Angeles Chargers, although the status of left tackle Josh Simmons is still uncertain, pending rehab results. The Chiefs enter this game with a perfect 4-0 record for the season.

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Status Watch

•Bieniemy spoke on Suamataia's benching situation
•Suamataia will return for the game against the Chargers
•Chiefs are currently 4-0 this season
•Left tackle Josh Simmons' status remains unclear

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11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy addresses Kingsley Suamataia benching with telling line

What they're saying

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Andy Reid set the terms on Kingsley Suamataia after the Kansas City Chiefs‘ Week 4 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, and his offensive coordinator kept to them on Thursday. Suamataia, the Chiefs’ starting left guard, was benched for that game, and Mike Caliendo played the entire game in his place. Reid shut the topic […] The post Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy addresses Kingsley Suamataia benching with telling line appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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