Eric Bieniemy returns to Chiefs after wife's shooting incident
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is back with the team following a two-week absence. His return coincides with a difficult family situation, as his wife was shot, and Bieniemy's son Elijah has been charged in the incident. The Chiefs are preparing for the upcoming season with Bieniemy back on staff, which could affect their offensive strategies moving forward.
- •Bieniemy missed two weeks due to family circumstances.
- •His wife was involved in a shooting incident.
- •Bieniemy's son faces charges related to the shooting.
- •He is now back with the Chiefs as the season nears.
- 4:12 PMESPN — Bieniemy back with Chiefs after wife's shooting
"Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned to the team Monday after a two-week absence following the shooting of his wife. Bieniemy's son Elijah, 27, has been charged in the shooting.
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