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With Matt Nagy presumably taking a head coach job elsewhere in the league, the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator position was a major storyline heading into the offseason.

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Chiefs Address Surprising Position in Latest First-Round Mock Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs found out in the 2025 NFL season that their roster was ill-equipped for another run at the Super Bowl. Last year, they took some steps backward on offense, but an elite defensive performance and the individual greatness of Patrick Mahomes in the clutch led them to a 15-2 record and a chance to repeat as champions anyway.

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Report: Chiefs plan to reunite with Eric Bieniemy as offensive coordinator

The Kansas City Chiefs are planning to hire Chicago Bears running back coach Eric Bieniemy in a reunion as their offensive coordinator on Monday, NFL Network reported.

Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Patrick Mahomes Statement Resurfaces After Chiefs Coaching News

Patrick Mahomes is expected to play a significant role in the Kansas City Chiefs’ coaching overhaul this offseason. The two-time NFL MVP will not be the team’s final decision-maker when it comes to the major changes within Andy Reid’s coaching staff.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Eric Bieniemy News / Larry Brown Sports / January 19

Eric Bieniemy lands a new offensive coordinator job

Eric Bieniemy is coming back to his most high-profile role. Bieniemy is joining the Kansas City Chiefs as their new offensive coordinator, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Andy Reid, Chiefs Hire New Coach After Missing NFL Playoffs

Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs have already made a number of significant coaching moves amid the NFL offseason. The Chiefs finished the season with a 6-11 record and missed the playoffs for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / January 19

Chiefs To Bring Back Eric Bieniemy As OC

Earlier today, Eric Bieniemy received an interview request from the Chiefs for their offensive coordinator position. A reunion is indeed set to take place.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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Chiefs Planning To Hire Former OC Eric Bieniemy

Dianna Russini reported earlier today that the Chiefs have zeroed in on Bears RB coach Eric Bieniemy as the frontrunner to return as offensive coordinator. Tom Pelissero confirms that all signs are pointing toward the Chiefs bringing Bieniemy back as offensive coordinator to replace former OC Matt Nagy.

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Kansas City Chiefs Eyeing Reunion With Top Andy Reid Assistant

A lot of change is expected in Kansas City next season but the Chiefs might be bringing back a very familiar face in 2026. As Travis Kelce ponders his

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Patrick Mahomes Used One Word to Describe Caleb Williams’ Epic Touchdown in NFL Playoffs

Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes summed up Caleb Williams’ desperation touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams with a single, emphatic reaction that matched the tone of the NFL world.

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Why Chiefs Are Suddenly Looking at Brutal 2026 Schedule

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – So much for easy schedules. After their first losing campaign in 13 seasons under Andy Reid, the Chiefs awoke Monday to learn that their 2026 third-place schedule will include five total games against the league’s final four teams.

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What McDermott’s Termination Means for Chiefs, Reid

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Andy Reid has 307 wins, fourth-most in NFL history behind Don Shula, Bill Belichick and George Halas. He’s won three Super Bowls, more than any active NFL head coach.

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How Monday’s Title Game Could Preview Future Chiefs Showdowns

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Here’s how to impress your friends. Name the only AFC West rookie quarterback to beat Patrick Mahomes. Stumped? The Raiders’ Aidan O’Connell, on Christmas Day 2023, led Las Vegas to a 20-14 win at Arrowhead Stadium.

Eric Bieniemy News / Field Level Media / January 19

Reports: Chiefs request OC interview with ex-OC Eric Bieniemy

The Kansas City Chiefs may be getting the band back together. With offensive coordinator Matt Nagy on an expiring contract and reportedly a finalist to be the Tennessee Titans' next head coach, Kansas City has reportedly requested an interview with its former OC Eric Bieniemy, now the Chicago Bears' running backs coach.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 19

Chiefs Make First Move Toward Hiring New Offensive Coordinator

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Andy Reid isn’t in the playoffs for the first time since 2014, but he’s still calling plays. The venerable Chiefs head coach has officially launched his search for a new offensive coordinator – thanks to Caleb Williams’ overtime interception and a 42-yard Harrison Mevis field goal on Sunday night.

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Why the Chiefs' AFC West Return Just Got Tougher

The 2025 NFL season was flipped on its head, specifically when it pertained to the Kansas City Chiefs, who failed to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

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Chiefs Make Coaching Move After Missing NFL Playoffs

The Kansas City Chiefs are already deep into offseason evaluations following a disappointing 6–11 finish in 2025, the franchise’s worst record in over a decade and its first absence from the playoffs since 2014.

Eric Bieniemy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 19

Chiefs Requesting To Interview Eric Bieniemy For OC

Ian Rapoport reports that the Chiefs are requesting to interview Bears RB coach Eric Bieniemy for their offensive coordinator job. Kansas City expects current OC Matt Nagy to get a head coaching job and is hoping to bring the familiar Bieniemy in for an interview.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Apex Sports / January 19

Is the Wedding Off? Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Delayed Plans and Retirement Fears

If you’ve been glued to your phone waiting for the official “I do” announcement from the world’s favorite power couple, you might need to get comfortable.

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Chiefs Leaning Interesting Direction in Latest Mock Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs have some holes to fill this offseason. One major thing they are going to use to get better is the 2026 NFL Draft. The Chiefs are going to have a higher pick than usual in most rounds in this draft, and they have to look to take full advantage of that.

Tom Brady News / Gridiron Heroics / January 17

'He’s a Stud': Tom Brady Names Chiefs Player Who Is Already an All-Time Great

Tom Brady offered a ringing endorsement of Travis Kelce this week, calling the Kansas City Chiefs tight end one of the game’s all‑time greats and urging caution about retirement talk.

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What Mahomes would want in new offensive coordinator amid Nagy rumors

What Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes would want in new offensive coordinator amid Matt Nagy rumors

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Mahomes shared that he hopes Nagy gets a second opportunity to serve as a head coach at the highest level. Mahomes also touched upon what traits he'd like a new offensive coordinator to possess in the event that the Chiefs have to make such a hire.

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