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 Special Teams Makeover Could Determine Multiple Roster Spots

Jets Special Teams Makeover Could Determine Multiple Roster Spots

Boom-or-Bust Talent Has Plenty to Prove as Jets’ Rookies Report

Boom-or-Bust Talent Has Plenty to Prove as Jets’ Rookies Report

Major Accident Leaves Distinguished Jets Coach in Critical Condition

Major Accident Leaves Distinguished Jets Coach in Critical Condition

NFL-Leading Draft Rating Propels Jets in ESPN Power Ranking

NFL-Leading Draft Rating Propels Jets in ESPN Power Ranking

Expert Roundtable Week 2: Predicting Jets Major Camp Battles

Expert Roundtable Week 2: Predicting Jets Major Camp Battles

Zach Wilson Uses Tom Brady Tactic to Strengthen Bond With Key Jets WR

Zach Wilson Uses Tom Brady Tactic to Strengthen Bond With Key Jets WR

3 NFL Kicker Battles That Could Be Worth Monitoring for Jets

3 NFL Kicker Battles That Could Be Worth Monitoring for Jets

5 Myths That Disprove Zach Wilson, Johnny Manziel Comparison

5 Myths That Disprove Zach Wilson, Johnny Manziel Comparison

Rookie Jamien Sherwood’s ‘Hidden Talent’ May Surprise Jets Fans

Rookie Jamien Sherwood’s ‘Hidden Talent’ May Surprise Jets Fans

Jets Teammate Touts Bubble Candidate as ‘One of the Hardest Workers’

Jets Teammate Touts Bubble Candidate as ‘One of the Hardest Workers’

Hard-Hitting UDFA Faces Opportunity in Shallow Jets Linebacker Core

Hard-Hitting UDFA Faces Opportunity in Shallow Jets Linebacker Core

Determining Must-Win Match Ups on Jets 2021 Home Schedule

Determining Must-Win Match Ups on Jets 2021 Home Schedule

‘Raw Footage’ of Jets Rookie Elijah Moore Breaks Internet [WATCH]

‘Raw Footage’ of Jets Rookie Elijah Moore Breaks Internet [WATCH]

Connection From Joe Douglas’ Past Will Help Jets Develop Youth

Connection From Joe Douglas’ Past Will Help Jets Develop Youth

Former NFL Pro Bowler Predicts Jets QB Zach Wilson for NFL OROY

Former NFL Pro Bowler Predicts Jets QB Zach Wilson for NFL OROY

2020 Jets Prospect Goes From Potential Starter to Bubble Candidate

2020 Jets Prospect Goes From Potential Starter to Bubble Candidate

Ranking Jets’ Most Challenging & Winnable Road Games in 2021

Ranking Jets’ Most Challenging & Winnable Road Games in 2021

Bounce-Back Prospect Could Become Crucial Jets Piece in Modern Day NFL

Bounce-Back Prospect Could Become Crucial Jets Piece in Modern Day NFL

Jets Star Receives Unique Kevin Durant Comparison

Jets Star Receives Unique Kevin Durant Comparison

Ex-Linebacker Bart Scott Sounds off on 2021 Jets [LISTEN]

Ex-Linebacker Bart Scott Sounds off on 2021 Jets [LISTEN]

QB Trainer: Jets Zach Wilson ‘Cerebral’ Like Offensive Coordinator

QB Trainer: Jets Zach Wilson ‘Cerebral’ Like Offensive Coordinator

Jets Rushing Attack May Determine How Far This Offense Goes in 2021

Jets Rushing Attack May Determine How Far This Offense Goes in 2021

Jets Edge Rusher Bryce Huff Still Has a Lot to Prove to Himself

Jets Edge Rusher Bryce Huff Still Has a Lot to Prove to Himself

Zach Wilson Vacation Goes Viral as Jets Fans Speculate on Photo [LOOK]

Zach Wilson Vacation Goes Viral as Jets Fans Speculate on Photo [LOOK]

Jets Late-Round ‘Athletic Freak’ a Must-Watch Rookie in Preseason

Jets Late-Round ‘Athletic Freak’ a Must-Watch Rookie in Preseason

Jets Could Field 7 Rookie Starters Week 1 in Carolina

Jets Could Field 7 Rookie Starters Week 1 in Carolina

The Athletic Announces 2021 Jets Breakout Candidate

The Athletic Announces 2021 Jets Breakout Candidate

Analyst High on Jets New Quarterback-Wide Receiver Pairing

Analyst High on Jets New Quarterback-Wide Receiver Pairing

Pro Football Focus Acknowledges ‘Most Underrated’ Jets Player

Pro Football Focus Acknowledges ‘Most Underrated’ Jets Player

Jets Have ‘Plan for Michael Carter II in This Defense’: Robert Saleh

Jets Have ‘Plan for Michael Carter II in This Defense’: Robert Saleh