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Kansas City Chiefs see boosts from Eric Bieniemy's return as OC

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:01 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs see boosts from Eric Bieniemy's return as OC

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned for the 2026 preseason, impacting stars like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The team faced the Los Angeles Rams in their preseason opener on August 17. Kelce noted Bieniemy's intensity and accountability as key factors that had been missed. Bieniemy previously coached with the Chicago Bears last season before reclaiming his role with the Chiefs, replacing Matt Nagy, now with the New York Giants. The Chiefs look to improve after a 2025 season fraught with turnovers and penalties.

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Status Watch

•Bieniemy rejoined the Chiefs after a year with the Bears.
•Chiefs struggled with 15 turnovers and 119 penalties last season.
•Travis Kelce emphasized accountability and intensity from Bieniemy.
•Patrick Mahomes maintained contact with Bieniemy during his absence.

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11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs stars are benefiting more from the return of OC Eric Bieniemy

What they're saying

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Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce are benefiting more from the return of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy | @EdEastonJr
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