Michael Obermuller

Expertise:
NFL, Chiefs, Giants, Steelers, Buccaneers
Education:
Quinnipiac University
Location:
Yonkers, New York

Experience

Michael Obermuller is an Associate Editor who also covers the NFL as a sports journalist for Heavy.com, where he began writing in May 2021. He currently helps run Heavy's breaking news operation and newsletter team, while also reporting on the Kansas City Chiefs, New York Giants, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Additionally, Michael has spent two-plus seasons reporting on the New York Jets for Heavy on a daily basis and has been with Heavy on Chiefs since October of 2021, and Heavy on Giants and Heavy on Steelers since 2023. While also assisting the Heavy on Buccaneers page starting at the beginning of 2025.

He is an NYC area native and Quinnipiac graduate who has previously covered the MLB for Athlon Sports, NFL, MLB and betting content for FanDuel's The Duel, as well as fantasy football for King Fantasy Sports and NFL and MLB news for Pro Football Mania.

Michael can be reached via email at michael.obermuller@heavy.com, on X/Twitter @obermuller_nfl and on LinkedIn.

Education

Michael Obermuller holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media Studies from Quinnipiac University, where he graduated in 2015.

He also completed an English Minor (writing track) during his time at Quinnipiac, and has passed through the International Baccalaureate (IB) testing programs for English and History.

Latest Articles From Michael Obermuller

Jets Fans Troll ESPN Analyst, Vikings for Massive Trade Fleece

Jets Fans Troll ESPN Analyst, Vikings for Massive Trade Fleece

Chiefs Final Roster Cuts Pour in Just Before Deadline: Report

Chiefs Final Roster Cuts Pour in Just Before Deadline: Report

Jets Youngster Cut After Being ‘Subject of Trade Calls’: Report

Jets Youngster Cut After Being ‘Subject of Trade Calls’: Report

Chiefs Reach Final Decision on Ronald Jones, Shane Buechele: Report

Chiefs Reach Final Decision on Ronald Jones, Shane Buechele: Report

Recent Ex-Jets Free Agent Bust Headlines NFL Roster Cuts

Recent Ex-Jets Free Agent Bust Headlines NFL Roster Cuts

Jets Bombshell Cut Hints at Final Decision on Denzel Mims: Report

Jets Bombshell Cut Hints at Final Decision on Denzel Mims: Report

Jets GM Joe Douglas Not Done Adding Talent: ‘We’re Gonna Be Ready’

Jets GM Joe Douglas Not Done Adding Talent: ‘We’re Gonna Be Ready’

Chiefs Insider Eyeing George Karlaftis’ Ex-Teammate With Inspirational Story

Chiefs Insider Eyeing George Karlaftis’ Ex-Teammate With Inspirational Story

National NFL Reporter Urges Jets QB Trade to ‘Beat the Wire’

National NFL Reporter Urges Jets QB Trade to ‘Beat the Wire’

Chiefs Could ‘Temporarily’ Cut 7-Year NFL Pro, Says Reporter

Chiefs Could ‘Temporarily’ Cut 7-Year NFL Pro, Says Reporter

Jets Quarterback Likely Saved Job With ‘Best’ Outing vs. Giants

Jets Quarterback Likely Saved Job With ‘Best’ Outing vs. Giants

Playmakers Headline Jets’ Top-5 Roster Battles to Watch vs. Giants

Playmakers Headline Jets’ Top-5 Roster Battles to Watch vs. Giants

Chiefs Trade Speculation Could Open the Door for Unexpected Reunion

Chiefs Trade Speculation Could Open the Door for Unexpected Reunion

Forgotten Jets Veteran Dominates Practice: ‘If He’s Available, He’s a Problem’

Forgotten Jets Veteran Dominates Practice: ‘If He’s Available, He’s a Problem’

Chiefs RB Lands on Insider’s Short List of Trade Candidates to Watch

Chiefs RB Lands on Insider’s Short List of Trade Candidates to Watch

Chiefs Analyst Predicts Newcomer’s Release: ‘His Stint Might Be Nearing the End’

Chiefs Analyst Predicts Newcomer’s Release: ‘His Stint Might Be Nearing the End’

Chiefs Preseason Darling Leaves With Injury Amid Late Roster Push

Chiefs Preseason Darling Leaves With Injury Amid Late Roster Push

Jets Dynamic 21-Year-Old Rookie Could Be Destined for Practice Squad

Jets Dynamic 21-Year-Old Rookie Could Be Destined for Practice Squad

Polarizing Ex-Jets Prospect Signs With Texans: Report

Polarizing Ex-Jets Prospect Signs With Texans: Report

Chargers Suffer Massive Injury to Star Talent, Week 2 in Doubt vs. Chiefs

Chargers Suffer Massive Injury to Star Talent, Week 2 in Doubt vs. Chiefs

2 Key Jets Starters Make Full Return at Practice: Report

2 Key Jets Starters Make Full Return at Practice: Report

Fans Ready to ‘Riot’ if Jets Keep Recent Draft Bust & Top Faller

Fans Ready to ‘Riot’ if Jets Keep Recent Draft Bust & Top Faller

Chiefs Kingdom, Patrick Mahomes React to Death of Hall of Fame QB

Chiefs Kingdom, Patrick Mahomes React to Death of Hall of Fame QB

Andy Reid Rules Out 3 Chiefs Starters for Final Preseason Game

Andy Reid Rules Out 3 Chiefs Starters for Final Preseason Game

Jets Biggest Riser vs. Falcons ‘Making It Really Hard’ to Cut Him

Jets Biggest Riser vs. Falcons ‘Making It Really Hard’ to Cut Him

NFL Insider Calls out Jets for Sticking With Draft Bust: ‘It’s Time’

NFL Insider Calls out Jets for Sticking With Draft Bust: ‘It’s Time’

Chiefs Cut Promising UDFA With Guaranteed Salary, 2 Others: Report

Chiefs Cut Promising UDFA With Guaranteed Salary, 2 Others: Report

Key Chiefs Free Agent Acquisition Dealing With ‘Hindering’ Achilles: Report

Key Chiefs Free Agent Acquisition Dealing With ‘Hindering’ Achilles: Report

Jets Predicted to Cut Former Third-Round Talent: ‘Finally Expendable’

Jets Predicted to Cut Former Third-Round Talent: ‘Finally Expendable’

NFL Insider Raves About Jets’ Secret Star: ‘Magnet for the Football’

NFL Insider Raves About Jets’ Secret Star: ‘Magnet for the Football’