Eric Bieniemy returns to practice for the first time since his wife's shooting, says it's 'great to be back'

The couple's son was arrested and charged with the shooting Aug 10, 2026 at 12:47 pm ET • 1 min read Imagn Images Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is back at practice for the first time since his wife, Mia Bieniemy, was shot in their Virginia home on July 26. The couple's 27-year-old son, Elijah Zion Bieniemy, was arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. Eric said it was "great to be back" as he waved to onlookers at the Missouri Western State University field. During his time away, Eric has kept in contact with head coach Andy Reid and the rest of the team. The offensive coordinator has watched live streams of practice du