NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 29, 2026United States
Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy absent from training camp following family shooting
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy missed the team's first full-squad training camp workout on Wednesday to be with his family. This follows a shooting incident at his Virginia home last weekend involving his wife and son.
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The team's is absent from the start of due to a personal family emergency involving a violent crime.
Key Facts
- The Kansas City Chiefs held their first full-squad training camp workout on Wednesday.
- Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was absent from the workout.
- Eric Bieniemy remained with his family following a shooting incident at his Virginia home.
- The shooting involved Bieniemy's wife and son.
Who's Mentioned
personElijah Zion Bieniemy“27-year-old son of Eric and Mia Bieniemy, arrested and charged in the shooting.”personMia Bieniemy“Wife of Eric Bieniemy, recovering from gunshot wounds.”personAndy Reid“Kansas City Chiefs head coach.”organizationKansas City Chiefs“Professional football team”locationLoudoun County Adult Detention Center“Facility where Elijah Bieniemy is being held.”locationSt. Joseph, Mo.“Location of training camp”personEric Bieniemy“Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator currently on leave.”personPatrick Mahomes“Kansas City Chiefs quarterback.”