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 WR Denzel Mims Addresses Playing Time: ‘I’m Caught up, I’m Ready’

Jets WR Denzel Mims Addresses Playing Time: ‘I’m Caught up, I’m Ready’

NFL Analyst Calls out Chiefs’ Weakest Link on the Offensive Line

NFL Analyst Calls out Chiefs’ Weakest Link on the Offensive Line

Jets’ Zach Wilson ‘Asked to Carry the Offense’ Most out of Rookie QBs

Jets’ Zach Wilson ‘Asked to Carry the Offense’ Most out of Rookie QBs

5 Underrated Performances in Jets Week 4 Win Feature Javelin Guidry

5 Underrated Performances in Jets Week 4 Win Feature Javelin Guidry

NFL Insider Urges Chiefs to Sign Former Defensive Player of the Year

NFL Insider Urges Chiefs to Sign Former Defensive Player of the Year

2022 Free Agent Class Stacked With Jets’ Replacements for Marcus Maye

2022 Free Agent Class Stacked With Jets’ Replacements for Marcus Maye

Marcus Maye Situation Proves Jets Fans Should Trust Joe Douglas

Marcus Maye Situation Proves Jets Fans Should Trust Joe Douglas

Chiefs Fans Troll Bills’ Brian Daboll for Steve Spagnuolo Comments

Chiefs Fans Troll Bills’ Brian Daboll for Steve Spagnuolo Comments

Jets Brothers Make NFL History in Takedown of Titans

Jets Brothers Make NFL History in Takedown of Titans

Tyreek Hill Opens up on Sideline Talk With Andy Reid: ‘I’m Just a Diva’

Tyreek Hill Opens up on Sideline Talk With Andy Reid: ‘I’m Just a Diva’

Jets Defense Resembles Famed ‘New York Sack Exchange’ in Week 4 Win

Jets Defense Resembles Famed ‘New York Sack Exchange’ in Week 4 Win

Jets Waive Fan Favorite, Prep for Season Debut of 3 2020 Draft Picks

Jets Waive Fan Favorite, Prep for Season Debut of 3 2020 Draft Picks

Andy Reid Once Fired Eagles HC Nick Sirianni — And It Was ‘Awesome’

Andy Reid Once Fired Eagles HC Nick Sirianni — And It Was ‘Awesome’

Jets Rookie Has ‘Exceeded Expectations’ in Starting Role

Jets Rookie Has ‘Exceeded Expectations’ in Starting Role

Jets Coaches Reveal Intriguing Strategy to Fill in for Marcus Maye

Jets Coaches Reveal Intriguing Strategy to Fill in for Marcus Maye

Jets Fans’ Faith May Be Rewarded by This Zach Wilson College Trend

Jets Fans’ Faith May Be Rewarded by This Zach Wilson College Trend

Ex-Jets Leader ‘Happy’ DT Quinnen Williams Called out Teammates

Ex-Jets Leader ‘Happy’ DT Quinnen Williams Called out Teammates

Jets, Titans Injury Report Forecasts Battle of Attrition

Jets, Titans Injury Report Forecasts Battle of Attrition

Jets Wide Receiver Misses Practice Due to Car Accident: Report

Jets Wide Receiver Misses Practice Due to Car Accident: Report

Promising Jets Rookie Could Finally Suit up With Injuries at Tight End

Promising Jets Rookie Could Finally Suit up With Injuries at Tight End

Rex Ryan Sounds off on Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh, Echoing Fans

Rex Ryan Sounds off on Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh, Echoing Fans

Jets’ Week 3 Grades Highlight Top Offensive Culprits in Shutout Loss

Jets’ Week 3 Grades Highlight Top Offensive Culprits in Shutout Loss

Jets’ Week 4 Outlook Improves With Titans’ Star Playmaker Sidelined

Jets’ Week 4 Outlook Improves With Titans’ Star Playmaker Sidelined

Experts Breakdown Jets Offensive Struggles, Solutions & Predictions

Experts Breakdown Jets Offensive Struggles, Solutions & Predictions

Jets Veteran Throws Shade at Zach Wilson in Postgame Comments

Jets Veteran Throws Shade at Zach Wilson in Postgame Comments

Jets 2021 Offense Deemed Historically Bad After Shutout Defeat

Jets 2021 Offense Deemed Historically Bad After Shutout Defeat

Jets’ Rising Star Set to Collide With College Running Mate in Denver

Jets’ Rising Star Set to Collide With College Running Mate in Denver

Jets Announce Unexpected Retirement, Sparking Possible Reunion

Jets Announce Unexpected Retirement, Sparking Possible Reunion

Robert Saleh: Jets’ Tough Start Has Been a ‘Good Thing’ for Zach Wilson

Robert Saleh: Jets’ Tough Start Has Been a ‘Good Thing’ for Zach Wilson

Jets Defensive Lineman Playing His Way Into Contract Extension

Jets Defensive Lineman Playing His Way Into Contract Extension