Following the 2025 campaign, the Chiefs and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy mutually agreed to part ways, clearing the way for a new voice on Andy Reid’s staff. Reid publicly stressed his strong relationship with Nagy and urged the league to consider him for another head coaching opportunity, calling Nagy “a gem” who deserves a shot to lead a team again.
Nagy is weighing head coaching opportunities or an offensive coordinator role elsewhere, with Reid noting Nagy’s prior head coaching experience and his Coach of the Year recognition as credentials. At the same time, the NFL offseason has left only a few openings, with three head coaching jobs currently available at the time: the Las Vegas Raiders, Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns.
To fill the vacancy left by Nagy, Kansas City has brought back a familiar face in Eric Bieniemy, naming him the team’s new offensive coordinator. Reid praised Bieniemy’s energy and his direct way of communicating with players, including Mahomes, praising the Bears for their 2025 season where Bieniemy helped the team perform.
Reid acknowledged the broader challenge of replacing a successful coach while integrating Bieniemy’s approach, noting the balance between preserving what has made the Chiefs championship-caliber and evolving the offense. With Nagy exploring other opportunities and Bieniemy stepping in, Kansas City’s offensive identity will be a focal point of the offseason.
Looking ahead, the Chiefs also face questions beyond coaching changes, including Travis Kelce’s potential retirement decision and the timing of Mahomes’ rehab, as the organization plots moves to rebound for the 2026 season. The coming weeks will shape how Reid’s staff is rebuilt and how Kansas City positions itself to contend again.
