MIAMI — Eric Bieniemy politely and patiently answered each question, adeptly avoiding the trap of revealing the depths of his inner thoughts.
For a second straight offseason, the Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator has interviewed for head-coaching positions and been denied. And in the midst of all of the talk about the biggest game of the NFL season still left to play, much of the discussion during Super Bowl week has centered on Bieniemy’s job status — and why he’ll still be coaching for the Chiefs next season.
He took the high road as he customarily does, choosing not to harp on his disappointment, instead to savor the opportunity that still awaits him: A chance for his team to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.