The Kansas City Chiefs didn’t waste any time reshaping their coaching staff after the season ended, and while the headline move was bringing Eric Bieniemy back into the fold as offensive coordinator, that was just the start of a broader overhaul.
On Friday, the team officially announced five more additions to their staff-moves that signal a clear intention to reinforce key areas on both sides of the ball and in the developmental pipeline.
Among the most notable hires are DeMarco Murray as running backs coach and Chad O’Shea as wide receivers coach-both previously reported but now confirmed by the team. Murray, a former Pro Bowl back with firsthand experience in the league’s grind, brings a player’s perspective to a Chiefs backfield that’s shown flashes but hasn’t quite found consistent footing. His ability to connect with young backs and translate his on-field vision into coaching could be a major asset.
O’Shea, meanwhile, steps into a receivers room that’s been under a microscope all year. With Kansas City’s passing game going through some growing pains, his NFL experience and reputation for developing route runners could be exactly what this group needs to take the next step.
On the defensive side, Terry Bradden Jr. returns to Kansas City as assistant defensive line coach after a one-year stint leading Nebraska’s defensive front. Bradden is no stranger to the Chiefs-he was with the team from 2017 through 2024-and his familiarity with the culture and expectations should help him hit the ground running.
The Chiefs also added Nate Pagan as offensive quality control coach and CJ Cox as defensive quality control coach. Pagan comes from Villanova, where he coached wide receivers, while Cox arrives from Coastal Carolina, where he worked with the safeties. These are the behind-the-scenes roles that often go unnoticed but play a crucial part in game prep, film breakdown, and player development.
Altogether, these moves reflect a franchise that isn’t resting on its laurels. With Bieniemy back calling plays and a refreshed group of position coaches and assistants in place, Kansas City is retooling with intention. The foundation is still built around Patrick Mahomes and a championship core, but coaching continuity and fresh voices will be key as the Chiefs look to stay ahead of the curve in a league that never stops evolving.