Eric Bieniemy could return to Chiefs coaching staff next season after one year with Commanders, per report

Eric Bieniemy had been a longtime assistant coach for the Kansas City Chiefs since Andy Reid arrived, and he may be on his way back to the franchise where he’s had the most success.

Per Pro Football Talk, Bieniemy could return to the Chiefs coaching staff next season with a role as an “assistant head coach.” Bieniemy did speak to the Chiefs prior to the AFC Championship Game after his one season with the Washington Commanders as their offensive coordinator and play caller. He was let go after the Commanders hired Kliff Kingsbury. Bieniemy clearly had more success in his five years with the Chiefs as their OC.

“He talked to the offensive guys and hung out with us,” Reid said, via NFL audio. “He’s still up for a couple jobs, but I would tell you his coaching future is great. I’m obviously a big fan of his and I know the things he can do.” 

The Chiefs scored the most points per game in the NFL (30.1) during Bieniemy’s run as the offensive coordinator, along with the most yards per game (406.2). Kansas City also had the best record in the NFL during Bieniemy’s time with the team, going 64-18 with five conference championship game appearances and two Super Bowl titles in the five years he led the offense. 

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes also had the most passing yards, passing touchdowns and the highest passer rating from 2018 to 2022 — all with Bieniemy as the offensive coordinator.

Matt Nagy is currently the chiefs offensive coordinator and isn’t likely to be demoted for Bieniemy, but having…