Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy Returns to Camp After Family Incident
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has returned to training camp after a leave of absence to be with his wife, Mia, who was shot at their home in Virginia. His son, Elijah Bieniemy, was arrested in connection with…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 10, 2026 —
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has returned to the team’s training camp. Bieniemy had taken a leave of absence to be with his wife, Mia, who was reportedly shot at their home in Virginia.
The incident also led to the arrest of the Bieniemy’s son, Elijah Bieniemy, in connection with the shooting.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting and Elijah Bieniemy’s arrest were not immediately available. The specific timeline of Eric Bieniemy’s leave of absence and the exact date of his return to training camp were also not provided.
Bieniemy, a prominent figure in the Chiefs’ coaching staff, has been instrumental in the team’s offensive success. His temporary departure raised questions about the team’s offensive strategy during his absence. The team has not released a statement regarding the ongoing investigation or the details surrounding the family’s situation.
The Virginia authorities are handling the investigation into the shooting incident. No further information has been released by law enforcement at this time.
Story summarized from the original created by Heidi Schmidt, Gray News staff, Associated Press on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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