Eric Bieniemy, the former offensive coordinator of the Kansas City Chiefs, has rejoined the NFL after a year at the college level. According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the Chicago Bears have hired Bieniemy as their running backs coach.
Bieniemy spent a decade with the Chiefs, starting as a running backs coach for five seasons before being promoted to offensive coordinator. His first season as OC in 2018 coincided with Patrick Mahomes’ first year as a full-time starter, during which Mahomes threw 50 touchdown passes.
After helping Kansas City secure two Super Bowl titles, Bieniemy moved on to the Washington Commanders in 2023, serving as offensive coordinator and assistant head coach under Ron Rivera. When Rivera was dismissed in 2024, Bieniemy transitioned to UCLA as an associate head coach and OC.
Now back in the NFL, Bieniemy joins the staff of newly appointed Bears head coach Ben Johnson. He will oversee a running back group currently featuring D’Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson, the only two backs under contract for the 2025 season.
X Users React to Bieniemy’s Hiring by the Bears
Football fans on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared their thoughts on Bieniemy joining the Bears.
“An interesting addition to the Bears’ coaching staff,” one user wrote. “He’s an excellent mentor for running backs and will instill accountability while offering strategic insights from his time with Andy Reid, now within Ben Johnson’s system.”
Another user, a Chiefs fan married to a Bears fan, weighed in: “Hard-nosed mentality. Demands accountability. Didn’t call plays in KC, though. Offense took a hit after he left (Tyreek Hill’s departure played a role too). I like this hire. Just my opinion.”
Patrick Mahomes on Learning from Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan
Throughout his career, Patrick Mahomes has shown a relentless drive to win, often drawing comparisons to NBA legends Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan for his competitive mentality.
During a media session on January 30, Mahomes was asked about the impact Bryant and Jordan have had on his approach to the game.
“I think what stands out most about them is their competitive nature,” Mahomes said. “They did whatever it took to win. That’s what it takes to succeed in professional sports—being a competitor who puts in the work every week. Watching them, listening to how they approached the game, has influenced how I prepare and work. I still have a long way to go to be mentioned with them, but I’ll do everything I can to get as close as possible.”
Mahomes has a chance to further solidify his legacy by leading the Chiefs to a third consecutive championship.
Super Bowl LIX, featuring the Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, is set for Sunday, February 9, at 5:30 p.m. Central Time. The game will air on FOX.
