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 Linebacker Feels ‘Revitalized’ in Robert Saleh’s System

Jets Linebacker Feels ‘Revitalized’ in Robert Saleh’s System

Jets’ Elijah Moore Keeps a List of Names, Plans to Be Number One

Jets’ Elijah Moore Keeps a List of Names, Plans to Be Number One

Jets’ Zach Wilson Reveals How He’d Like to Emulate Tom Brady

Jets’ Zach Wilson Reveals How He’d Like to Emulate Tom Brady

‘Sky’s the Limit:’ Top-10 Rank Is Only the Beginning for Jets D-Line

‘Sky’s the Limit:’ Top-10 Rank Is Only the Beginning for Jets D-Line

Top 5 Jets Storylines as Padded Practice Is Underway at Training Camp

Top 5 Jets Storylines as Padded Practice Is Underway at Training Camp

NFL Insider Drops Key Update on Jets’ Trade Chances for Nick Foles

NFL Insider Drops Key Update on Jets’ Trade Chances for Nick Foles

Hungry Jets Cornerback Core Enjoys ‘Going Under the Radar’

Hungry Jets Cornerback Core Enjoys ‘Going Under the Radar’

Experts Talk Zach Wilson Comparisons, Explain How Jets Can Contend

Experts Talk Zach Wilson Comparisons, Explain How Jets Can Contend

Jets D-Lineman Credits Offensive Counterparts With Coaching Tips

Jets D-Lineman Credits Offensive Counterparts With Coaching Tips

Marcus Maye: ‘Talk to Jamal Adams Every Day,’ Hopes to Stay With Jets

Marcus Maye: ‘Talk to Jamal Adams Every Day,’ Hopes to Stay With Jets

Robert Saleh Sheds Light on Jets Wide Receiver ‘Rotation’

Robert Saleh Sheds Light on Jets Wide Receiver ‘Rotation’

Large Question Mark Remains as Jets Release 2-Year Veteran

Large Question Mark Remains as Jets Release 2-Year Veteran

Jets Quarterback Zach Wilson’s ‘Dream Purchase’ Cannot Be Bought

Jets Quarterback Zach Wilson’s ‘Dream Purchase’ Cannot Be Bought

Why Robert Saleh Believes Zach Wilson Can ‘Shut People up’ [WATCH]

Why Robert Saleh Believes Zach Wilson Can ‘Shut People up’ [WATCH]

Tenacious Jets Rookie CB Looks to Defy the Odds Once Again

Tenacious Jets Rookie CB Looks to Defy the Odds Once Again

Robert Saleh, Jets Share Vaccination Numbers With Public

Robert Saleh, Jets Share Vaccination Numbers With Public

Jets’ Team Leader Preaches ‘Playing Within System’ Using Islanders Comp

Jets’ Team Leader Preaches ‘Playing Within System’ Using Islanders Comp

Jets Cornerback Plan Could Depend on Carl Lawson ‘Chasing Chickens’

Jets Cornerback Plan Could Depend on Carl Lawson ‘Chasing Chickens’

Mike LaFleur: ‘Knapper’s Going to Live on in This [Jets] QB Room’

Mike LaFleur: ‘Knapper’s Going to Live on in This [Jets] QB Room’

Jets ‘Slasher’ Highlighted as Possible Camp Breakout With Mike LaFleur

Jets ‘Slasher’ Highlighted as Possible Camp Breakout With Mike LaFleur

Ex-Coach Calls Potential Jets Camp Star ‘Under Drafted’ as Media Raves

Ex-Coach Calls Potential Jets Camp Star ‘Under Drafted’ as Media Raves

Robert Saleh Embraces NYC Expectations, Explains Why Jets Will Win

Robert Saleh Embraces NYC Expectations, Explains Why Jets Will Win

Denzel Mims & Jabari Zuniga Among 6 Jets ‘Facing Pressure’ in Camp

Denzel Mims & Jabari Zuniga Among 6 Jets ‘Facing Pressure’ in Camp

ESPN Commentator Lauds Jets QB Zach Wilson as ‘Must-See TV’

ESPN Commentator Lauds Jets QB Zach Wilson as ‘Must-See TV’

Jets Support ‘Personal Choice’ as NFL Vaccination Rule Causes Strife

Jets Support ‘Personal Choice’ as NFL Vaccination Rule Causes Strife

Quinnen Williams & Marcus Maye Headline Jets’ Initial Injury Lists

Quinnen Williams & Marcus Maye Headline Jets’ Initial Injury Lists

Jets & Bears ‘Have Had Discussions’ on Quarterback Nick Foles

Jets & Bears ‘Have Had Discussions’ on Quarterback Nick Foles

Analyzing Jets’ Linebacker Roles Under Jeff Ulbrich & Robert Saleh

Analyzing Jets’ Linebacker Roles Under Jeff Ulbrich & Robert Saleh

Jets Running Back Pays It Forward by Giving Back to Community

Jets Running Back Pays It Forward by Giving Back to Community

Jets Wide Receiver Duo Could Resemble Brandon Aiyuk & Deebo Samuel

Jets Wide Receiver Duo Could Resemble Brandon Aiyuk & Deebo Samuel