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 Insider Reveals Decision on Zach Wilson’s Injury Status

Jets Insider Reveals Decision on Zach Wilson’s Injury Status

Anthony Hitchens & Tyrann Mathieu Put ‘Toxic’ Chiefs Fan Base on Blast [LOOK]

Anthony Hitchens & Tyrann Mathieu Put ‘Toxic’ Chiefs Fan Base on Blast [LOOK]

Chiefs Sign Former Second-Round Cornerback, 4-Year NFL Pro

Chiefs Sign Former Second-Round Cornerback, 4-Year NFL Pro

Former Jets Fan Favorite Winds up With Bitter AFC East Rival

Former Jets Fan Favorite Winds up With Bitter AFC East Rival

Stage Set for Denzel Mims Breakout After New Injury to Jets’ Corey Davis

Stage Set for Denzel Mims Breakout After New Injury to Jets’ Corey Davis

Former Voice of Jets Fanbase Rips Owners, Coaches for Worst Belichick Loss

Former Voice of Jets Fanbase Rips Owners, Coaches for Worst Belichick Loss

Jets Fans Remind NFL, Mike White Could Follow in Tom Brady’s Footsteps

Jets Fans Remind NFL, Mike White Could Follow in Tom Brady’s Footsteps

Jets Gain 2 Starters, Under-the-Radar Edge Rusher Back From Injury

Jets Gain 2 Starters, Under-the-Radar Edge Rusher Back From Injury

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Compared to Recent NFL First-Round Bust

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Compared to Recent NFL First-Round Bust

Jets Pass Rusher Bryce Huff Surges Into Top 10 in Key NFL Analytic

Jets Pass Rusher Bryce Huff Surges Into Top 10 in Key NFL Analytic

Ex-Lineman Puts Jets Offense on Blast: ‘That Should Never Happen’

Ex-Lineman Puts Jets Offense on Blast: ‘That Should Never Happen’

Chiefs Named ‘Most Desperate’ NFL Franchise at Trade Deadline

Chiefs Named ‘Most Desperate’ NFL Franchise at Trade Deadline

Jets Failed Zach Wilson by Ignoring Mike LaFleur’s Red Flags

Jets Failed Zach Wilson by Ignoring Mike LaFleur’s Red Flags

NFL Analyst Annihilates Chiefs Playoff Odds: ‘We’re Closing the Doors’

NFL Analyst Annihilates Chiefs Playoff Odds: ‘We’re Closing the Doors’

Bad to Worse: Jets Rookie Tears Achilles in Week 7 Defeat

Bad to Worse: Jets Rookie Tears Achilles in Week 7 Defeat

Jets Experts Critique Coaches, Highlight Trade Deadline Buys & Sells

Jets Experts Critique Coaches, Highlight Trade Deadline Buys & Sells

Refreshed Jets Will Face Bruised & Battered Patriots Group in Week 7

Refreshed Jets Will Face Bruised & Battered Patriots Group in Week 7

Jets Should Monitor 3 Enticing Trade Candidates From Eagles

Jets Should Monitor 3 Enticing Trade Candidates From Eagles

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Ages Himself With Legendary Derrick Henry Comparison

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Ages Himself With Legendary Derrick Henry Comparison

Jets RB Challenges Yankees Stars in Batting Cages: ‘Holler at Me’

Jets RB Challenges Yankees Stars in Batting Cages: ‘Holler at Me’

Robert Saleh Credits Jets Captain: His Position ‘Represents Manhood’

Robert Saleh Credits Jets Captain: His Position ‘Represents Manhood’

Jets Rookie Could Be Called on for Integral Role Against Patriots

Jets Rookie Could Be Called on for Integral Role Against Patriots

Chiefs Headline 2 Trade Proposals, Including Deal for Talented Pass-Rusher

Chiefs Headline 2 Trade Proposals, Including Deal for Talented Pass-Rusher

Robert Saleh: Jets Will Leave No Stone Unturned at Tight End

Robert Saleh: Jets Will Leave No Stone Unturned at Tight End

6-Year NFL Vet Listed as Chiefs’ Top Trade Asset at NFL Deadline

6-Year NFL Vet Listed as Chiefs’ Top Trade Asset at NFL Deadline

Jets AFC East Rival Could Trade for Superstar QB ‘This Week’: Report

Jets AFC East Rival Could Trade for Superstar QB ‘This Week’: Report

Jets’ Potential Greg Van Roten Replacement Listed as ‘NFL Trade Target’

Jets’ Potential Greg Van Roten Replacement Listed as ‘NFL Trade Target’

NFL Analyst Explains Why He’s Still ‘Petrified’ of Chiefs in AFC

NFL Analyst Explains Why He’s Still ‘Petrified’ of Chiefs in AFC

Jets Could Bolster Backup QB as 2020 Fourth-Rounder Becomes Available

Jets Could Bolster Backup QB as 2020 Fourth-Rounder Becomes Available

Chiefs’ Defensive Grades Reveal 3 Unsung Heroes From Week 6

Chiefs’ Defensive Grades Reveal 3 Unsung Heroes From Week 6