Romeo Crennel (4-15)
Romeo Crennel was named the team’s interim head coach after Todd Haley was fired. Crennel won his first game on Dec. 18, 2011 against the then- undefeated Green Bay Packers, 19–14. On Jan. 9, 2012, Crennel was named the 11th full-time head coach in Chiefs history. Three days later, Crennel announced his intent to remain as defensive coordinator during his tenure as head coach, a decision that did not last long. On Dec. 1, 2012, Crennel attempted to prevent the suicide of player Jovan Belcher by talking to him and witnessed his death by a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. On Dec. 31, 2012, it was announced that Crennel had been fired, opening the way for the team to hire Andy Reid.