Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke to reporters via Zoom on Monday, discussing the return of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy.
"It's good to get him back in the building, I think we all know the energy that Eric (Bieniemy) brings and what he gives to a football team," said Reid, "So, then he's coming off a heck of a season with the Chicago Bears. My hat goes off to the Bears and the great job that they did there."
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Bieniemy spent nine years as an assistant coach and coordinator with Kansas City before joining the Washington Commanders as their offensive coordinator and assistant head coach for the 2023 season. He played a key role as the Bears' running backs coach this past season.
"(Bieniemy is) going to be very direct with the players, very direct with the coaches. And it's a different flavor." Said Reid, referencing the difference between Bieniemy and Matt Nagy, "Both have been very productive in this system here. So I think it's a win-win for us that way. There's nobody like EB on the field that way. That's one of his (strengths), and with the players, he does a great job there."
During his tenure as the Chiefs' offensive coordinator, Bieniemy led one of the best offenses in the league. He finished in the top ten in most statistical categories, especially in the passing game.
"I think he's got a great knowledge of the offense," Reid said. "I think he understands leadership. I've always said he's great leader of men, whether it's coaches (or) players, I think he does a heck of a job there. He's good with you guys (Reporters). He's very honest with you, and there's no hidden agendas. I mean, that's just his personality."
The second tenure of Bieniemy will be closely watched as the Chiefs seek to fix an offense that has faltered with issues in recent seasons.
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