Report: Chiefs fire RB coach Todd Pinkston, have two other assistants leave

Report: Chiefs fire RB coach Todd Pinkston, have two other assistants leave

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The Kansas City Chiefs have made significant changes to their coaching staff following a 6-11 season. Head coach Andy Reid has dismissed wide receivers coach Connor Embree and running backs coach Todd Pinkston. Additionally, defensive assistant Louie Addazio has accepted a position as offensive line coach at UNLV, while assistant defensive line coach Alex Whittingham has joined the University of Michigan, working with his father, Kyle Whittingham. Offensive coordinator Matt Nagy is currently exploring opportunities for head coaching roles, with the Tennessee Titans showing interest. Nagy is also considering positions as an offensive coordinator to regain a primary play-calling role.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/charean-williamson January 15, 2026
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