Chiefs request permission to interview Eric Bieniemy for offensive coordinator

Chiefs request permission to interview Eric Bieniemy for offensive coordinator

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Key Points:

  • The Kansas City Chiefs have requested permission to interview Bears running backs coach Eric Bieniemy for the offensive coordinator position, a role he previously held with the Chiefs from 2018 to 2022.
  • Matt Nagy served as the Chiefs' offensive coordinator in 2025 but has an expiring contract and is considered a leading candidate for the Tennessee Titans' head coaching job.
  • Bieniemy has been a frequent candidate for head coaching roles but moved laterally to become the offensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders, where he was dismissed after a 4-13 season alongside head coach Ron Rivera.
  • After spending a year at UCLA, Bieniemy joined the Bears' coaching staff for the 2025 season before the