Eric Bieniemy returns to Chiefs as offensive coordinator after three years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Eric Bieniemy has rejoined the Kansas City Chiefs as offensive coordinator following three years away. After departing to improve his head coaching chances, he spent last season with the Chicago Bears as running backs coach. Chiefs coach Andy Reid called Bieniemy after Matt Nagy’s contract was not renewed. During the first rookie camp practice, Bieniemy's intense coaching style was evident as he reprimanded players for a lack of hustle. This season, the Chiefs look to rebound after finishing 6-11 last year.
- •Bieniemy coordinated Chiefs' offense from 2018-2022, winning two Super Bowls.
- •Chiefs missed the playoffs last year for the first time in a decade.
- •Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is recovering from knee surgery.
- •Bieniemy's coaching style emphasizes intense effort and accountability.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — Eric Bieniemy opens up about leaving and rejoining Chiefs | Exclusive
"OC Eric Bieniemy left Kansas City with something to prove. Three years later, he's back. He spoke to NFL columnist Jarrett Bell in an exclusive interview.
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