Chiefs’ Andy Reid gives update on Mia Bieniemy: ‘She’s doing better’ - Arrowhead Pride

What the report says

Arrowhead Pride reported that Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid offered an encouraging update Wednesday, July 29, 2026, on Mia Bieniemy, the wife of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. The report said Mia Bieniemy had been shot at the family’s home in Virginia on Sunday evening, prompting Eric Bieniemy to remain away from the team during the start of full-squad training camp work.

Speaking after the Chiefs’ first full-team practice, Reid told local reporters that Mia Bieniemy was “doing better” and had improved significantly from her earlier condition. According to the report, Reid said she was no longer in intensive care and was continuing to make progress. He also emphasized that Eric Bieniemy was still with his wife and family, and that the team supported that priority.

Arrowhead Pride said the Chiefs are not setting a timetable for Bieniemy’s return. Reid indicated the staff is keeping him informed and that he can review practice video when he has time, but the immediate focus is on his family situation. In his absence, pass-game coordinator Joe Bleymaier, run-game coordinator Andy Heck and wide receivers coach Chad O’Shea helped handle offensive practice responsibilities.

The development matters for both personal and football reasons: the Chiefs are beginning training camp while a key assistant is away because of a serious family emergency. The report framed Reid’s update as a measure of relief for the organization, while making clear that Bieniemy’s return remains secondary to Mia Bieniemy’s recovery and the family’s needs.