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Chicago, Illinois – December 30, 2025 In an NFL where massive dollar figures often dictate destiny, Eric Bieniemy has just delivered a moment that runs completely against market logic. According to multiple league sources, the Chicago Bears coach flatly rejected offers totaling as much as $70 million from the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Rams, a decision that left the rest of the NFL stunned. Bieniemy is no stranger to the brightest lights. During his tenure as offensive coordinator in Kansas City, he was a central figure in the Chiefs’ dynasty years, helping deliver two Super Bowl championships and shaping one of the most influential offenses of the modern era. The Chiefs’ interest in bringing him back to revive their offensive identity was understandable. The Rams, meanwhile, viewed Bieniemy as the final piece to push their roster back into immediate championship contention. Yet Bieniemy chose Chicago. “Chicago isn’t just where I work — it’s where my heart belongs,” Bieniemy said. “This city and this locker room have shaped who I am, teaching me how to lead through trust, accountability, and sacrifice. And if there ever comes a day when I close out my career, I want to do it as part of the Chicago Bears — honoring the promise I made the moment I first walked in here, and never betraying that belief.” The 2025 season has made it clear why the Bears see Bieniemy as a foundational piece. Under his guidance, Chicago’s run game became one of the team’s few consistent strengths, restoring stability and identity to a roster still navigating a rebuild. More importantly, Bieniemy has fostered genuine buy-in inside the locker room — something the Bears have sorely lacked in recent years. According to internal sources, Bieniemy is not chasing a record-setting contract. What he wants instead is a real commitment from the Bears: smart investment, patience with the process, and a long-term vision built on a winning culture rather than shortcuts. In return, he is willing to sign a symbolic, career-long agreement with Chicago — provided the organization shares the same Super Bowl ambition. In a league where loyalty is becoming increasingly rare, Eric Bieniemy’s decision sends a powerful message. Not everything can be bought with money. And for the Chicago Bears, that message carries weight far beyond any contract figure — a belief that the road back to the top must be built on commitment, identity, and people willing to say “no” to $70 million in pursuit of something greater.