Eric Bieniemy’s Potential Return to Chiefs Sparks Excitement in Kansas City-and in the Locker Room
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The buzz around Eric Bieniemy possibly returning to the Kansas City Chiefs as offensive coordinator is picking up serious steam-and it’s not just fans who are fired up. Inside the locker room, the potential reunion is already drawing praise from one of the team’s most respected voices: Travis Kelce.
While the Chiefs haven’t made anything official yet, multiple reports this week pointed to Bieniemy being on track for a comeback in the same OC role he previously held. That’s all it took for Kelce and his brother Jason to dive into the topic on their latest New Heights podcast episode, and the reaction was nothing short of enthusiastic.
“I think the marriage is going to pick up right where it left off,” Kelce said, clearly thrilled at the idea of working with Bieniemy again. “One of my favorite coaches of all time,” he added-high praise from a future Hall of Famer who’s worked with some of the best in the business.
There’s a deeper layer here, too. Kelce’s own future in the league remains uncertain, with retirement rumors swirling as the tight end continues to weigh his next move.
But if Bieniemy is indeed back in the building, it might just make that decision a little tougher for No. 87.
The bond between player and coach runs deep-and it’s built on years of shared success, trust, and a mutual understanding of what it takes to win at the highest level.
“I just love the guy,” Kelce said. “It’s going to be awesome to see him back in the building and see him back wearing the Chiefs logo, baby!”
Bieniemy, of course, was a key architect behind Kansas City’s high-powered offense during the team’s Super Bowl runs. His chemistry with Patrick Mahomes, his ability to maximize talent, and his leadership in high-pressure moments all helped shape the Chiefs into one of the most feared offenses in the league.
If this reunion does come to fruition, it’s more than just a feel-good story-it’s a strategic move that could reignite the offensive spark Kansas City has always leaned on. And judging by Kelce’s reaction, the locker room is more than ready to welcome Bieniemy back with open arms.