Chiefs name Eric Bieniemy offensive coordinator

The Kansas City Chiefs named Eric Bieniemy offensive coordinator Tuesday.

Kansas City's former offensive coordinator Matt Nagy was named Chicago Bears head coach Monday, creating a vacancy.

Bieniemy has served as the Chiefs' running backs coach since 2013.

"I've known Eric a long time, both as a player and a coach," Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said in a statement. "He's done a phenomenal job with our running backs and has been involved in every aspect of our offense over the last five years. He’s a great teacher and has earned this opportunity. I know he will do a good job."

Bieniemy also served as the running backs coach for the Minnesota Vikings from 2006-2010. The 48-year-old played in the NFL from 1991-1999, spending his career with the San Diego Chargers, Cincinnati Bengals, and Philadelphia Eagles.