Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is seen as a possible candidate to fill the same position next year for the Washington Commanders, among other teams.
Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy remains a top candidate for offensive coordinator jobs with the Washington Commanders and Baltimore Ravens, according to sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 8, 2023
Commanders have yet to hire an offensive coordinator because they hope to interview Bieniemy for the position. Washington isn’t the only team that could try to lure Bieniemy away from the Chiefs.
The Baltimore Ravens also requested permission from the Chiefs to speak with Bieniemy. The New York Jets tried to interview Bieniemy before hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their new offensive coordinator.
Bieniemy remains a candidate for the Indianapolis Colts head coaching vacancy. The 53-year-old is one of 14 coaches who have interviewed with the Colts.
In each of the past few years, Bieniemy has been seen as a top head coaching candidate. Despite leading one of the best offenses in the NFL season after season, Bieniemy remains an assistant in Kansas City.
Bieniemy may look to take an offensive coordinator position with another team in hopes of improving his chances of becoming head coach. Bieniemy could have more control over the offense with the Commanders, compared to his role under coach Andy Reid in Kansas City. It could also give Bieniemy a chance to show what he can do without Patrick Mahomes at quarterback.
Since Eric Bieniemy became the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator in 2018, Kansas City has hosted the AFC Championship Game every year. The Chiefs have ranked in the top six in scoring offense in all five seasons.
In the 2022 season, the Chiefs scored the most points in the league for the second time in five years. Kansas City is a 1½-point underdog in the Super Bowl according to Missouri sportsbooks. If the Chiefs win, Bienemy will undoubtedly receive the head coach’s attention.
