As for Bieniemy, the only thing he can do at this stage is either remain loyal to the Chiefs and stay in place or else take on a new challenge to further prove his mettle.

Source: https://arrowheadaddict.com/2023/02/05/eric-bieniemys-last-game-chiefs-sidelines/

Bieniemy is following a path similar to Rivera, a retired linebacker who had to work for an offensive coach before getting a head job.

Source: https://triblive.com/sports/eric-bieniemy-brings-vocal-winning-approach-as-commanders-offensive-coordinator/

If anything, Bieniemy has been a model coach for the Chiefs offense.

Source: https://arrowheadaddict.com/2023/02/05/eric-bieniemys-last-game-chiefs-sidelines/

If owners were fine with it, Bieniemy would have been hired already.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/02/17/antwan-staley-its-a-disgrace-that-eric-bieniemy-is-not-a-head-coach-in-the-nfl/

If the Commanders move forward with their plan and Howell flops, Rivera is fired and the Commanders potentially change owners, then what’s next for Bieniemy?

Source: https://nypost.com/2023/02/21/how-wed-breathe-new-life-into-all-star-games/

Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has leaned into a pass-heavy approach that showcases Sam Howell, who has thrown more than any QB in the NFL and, as a result, leads the league with 264 completions and 2,783 yards.

Source: https://s24526.pcdn.co/sports/1637315/commanders-are-looking-to-get-back-on-track-when-they-host-the-struggling-giants

Plus, his OC Eric Bieniemy could be on the move as a play-calling OC.

Source: https://larrybrownsports.com/football/chiefs-unsure-patrick-mahomes-ankle-injury-effective/610798

Regardless, Bieniemy is a two-time Super Bowl champion offensive coordinator, ready to bet on himself to get what he really wants.

Source: https://fansided.com/2023/02/18/eric-bieniemy-chiefs-commanders-decision/

Rivera noted he doesn’t see Bieniemy coming in as a wholesale change to the team’s offense, though plenty will change.

Source: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2023/02/24/ron-rivera-eric-bieniemy-brings-instant-credibility/

The departure of Bieniemy was expected and Matt Nagy was already in place to fill that role, most likely.

Source: https://arrowheadaddict.com/2023/02/22/greg-lewis-join-eric-bieniemy-washington-commanders/

“You guys know how I feel about Eric,” Reid said about Bieniemy back in 2020.

Source: https://deadspin.com/eric-bieniemy-nfl-white-coaches-kansas-city-chiefs-1850055680