Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy shares his progress working with Rashee Rice

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy spoke with reporters before practice on Tuesday. He shared his progress with wide receiver Rashee Rice as the team prepares for the 2026 season.

"Well, first of all, Rashee (Rice) is a very good player. His overall resume has spoken for itself. The thing I'm trying to get to know, and we're still working through this, is getting to know the person," said Bieniemy. "To see the things that make him click. What are the things that inspire him? What are some of the things that he loves to do off the field? It's all about building relationships with people. And so the thing that I love about Rashee, first and foremost, he's tough. He's very, very tough. Another thing, and I'm not saying this in a bad way, he's hardheaded."

The Chiefs are looking forward to having Rice for a full season after he missed multiple games last year due to suspension and injuries. Bieniemy is focused on getting the best version of Rice this season under his coaching.

"He's stubborn because he feels that he's good enough at certain things, and I like that because you got to get him to see it from a different point of view. And when he can see it from a different point of view with a set of different eyes, now it opens up his brain," said Bieniemy. "And I mean, you can see it resonate, and so those are the things that I've learned about him. Now, it's just about making sure we can get the continuous reps to get him back on track, to get him in game shape because we have to get it right. And on top of that, we got to make sure that all the little fine details that need to be executed are basically done within the next couple of weeks or so."

Rice finished last season with 53 catches for 571 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 10.8 yards per reception.