Travis Kelce discusses Eric Bieniemy's impact on Chiefs' mentality
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Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Travis Kelce shared insights on the Kansas City Chiefs' renewed mindset due to the return of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Appearing on the New Heights podcast, Kelce highlighted Bieniemy's emphasis on a tough mentality and repetitive coaching, which he believes fosters resilience in crucial moments. The Chiefs demonstrated this approach in their opening game, achieving 220 rushing yards in a 31-10 victory over the Broncos. Kansas City will aim to build on this mentality when they face the Colts on Sunday Night Football.
- •Kelce credits Bieniemy for reviving a tough mentality in the team.
- •Chiefs rushed for 220 yards against the Broncos in Week 1.
- •Kansas City hosts the Colts in their next game on Sunday night.
- •Bieniemy returns after a year away from the team, having previously led them to two Super Bowl titles.
- 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I have no other option…’ – Travis Kelce on embracing Chiefs’ new mentality under Eric Bieniemy
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs news: Travis Kelce drops NSFW philosophy powering Kansas City
"Travis Kelce credits Kansas City’s renewed edge to a coach who never left the building in spirit and has now returned to it in practice. Speaking on New Heights with his brother Jason, the veteran tight end explained what Eric Bieniemy has brought back to the Chiefs since rejoining as offensive coordinator, and the philosophy behind it is not […] The post Chiefs news: Travis Kelce drops NSFW philosophy powering Kansas City appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce reflected on the importance of returning offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Bieniemy left the Chiefs after a nine-year tenure (four years as OC) in 2022, winning two Super Bowls with the franchise before stints with the Washington Commanders, UCLA Bruins, and the Chicago Bears.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 8:31 AM‘I have no other option…’ – Travis Kelce on embracing Chiefs’ new mentality under Eric Bieniemy
Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce reflected on the importance of returning offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Bieniemy left the Chiefs after a nine-year tenure (four years as OC) in 2022, winning two Super Bowls with the franchise before stints with the Washington Commanders, UCLA Bruins, and the Chicago Bears.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 7:30 AMChiefs news: Travis Kelce drops NSFW philosophy powering Kansas City
Travis Kelce credits Kansas City’s renewed edge to a coach who never left the building in spirit and has now returned to it in practice. Speaking on New Heights with his brother Jason, the veteran tight end explained what Eric Bieniemy has brought back to the Chiefs since rejoining as offensive coordinator, and the philosophy behind it is not […] The post Chiefs news: Travis Kelce drops NSFW philosophy powering Kansas City appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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