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

Giants Predicted to Pair Abdul Carter With ‘Electric’ Day 2 QB in NFL Draft

Giants Predicted to Pair Abdul Carter With ‘Electric’ Day 2 QB in NFL Draft

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Provides Key Injury Update on Star WR Rashee Rice: Report

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Provides Key Injury Update on Star WR Rashee Rice: Report

Giants QB Jameis Winston Breaks Silence on Russell Wilson Signing, Expected Role

Giants QB Jameis Winston Breaks Silence on Russell Wilson Signing, Expected Role

Chiefs Trade Proposal Nets KC Haul of Draft Picks for Roster Reload

Chiefs Trade Proposal Nets KC Haul of Draft Picks for Roster Reload

Steelers Trade Pitch Targets Struggling Former Top 5 QB Talent

Steelers Trade Pitch Targets Struggling Former Top 5 QB Talent

Andy Reid Makes Strong Statement About Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco

Andy Reid Makes Strong Statement About Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco

NFL Insider Reveals ‘Latest Step’ in Steelers Securing Aaron Rodgers: Report

NFL Insider Reveals ‘Latest Step’ in Steelers Securing Aaron Rodgers: Report

Giants GM Hints at Major Pivot From Rumored QB Plan, Says Reporter

Giants GM Hints at Major Pivot From Rumored QB Plan, Says Reporter

Steelers’ Mike Tomlin Breaks Silence on Unexpected Aaron Rodgers Pivot

Steelers’ Mike Tomlin Breaks Silence on Unexpected Aaron Rodgers Pivot

Chiefs Called Trade Fit for Former First-Round EDGE With 21 Career Sacks

Chiefs Called Trade Fit for Former First-Round EDGE With 21 Career Sacks

Steelers ‘Willing to Wait’ for Aaron Rodgers — Insiders Explain Why

Steelers ‘Willing to Wait’ for Aaron Rodgers — Insiders Explain Why

Chiefs Take Special Interest in WR Known for ‘Excellent’ Route-Running: Report

Chiefs Take Special Interest in WR Known for ‘Excellent’ Route-Running: Report

Multiple Steelers Insiders Predict Same First-Round Target — & It’s Not a QB

Multiple Steelers Insiders Predict Same First-Round Target — & It’s Not a QB

Chiefs Looking Into Adding ‘Powerhouse’ Running Back: Report

Chiefs Looking Into Adding ‘Powerhouse’ Running Back: Report

Giants Meet ‘Privately’ With Prospect Who Has ‘Elite’ Traits: Report

Giants Meet ‘Privately’ With Prospect Who Has ‘Elite’ Traits: Report

Steelers Scheduled to Meet With QB Prospect Who Has Gained ‘Buzz’: Report

Steelers Scheduled to Meet With QB Prospect Who Has Gained ‘Buzz’: Report

NFL Insider Drops Concerning Update on Steelers’ Pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

NFL Insider Drops Concerning Update on Steelers’ Pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

Giants Trade Proposal Lands QB of the Future Despite Russell Wilson Signing

Giants Trade Proposal Lands QB of the Future Despite Russell Wilson Signing

Steelers Trade Pitch Ships Away George Pickens for New WR

Steelers Trade Pitch Ships Away George Pickens for New WR

Chiefs Predicted to Add 6-Foot-5 Disruptor Alongside Chris Jones

Chiefs Predicted to Add 6-Foot-5 Disruptor Alongside Chris Jones

Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers Pursuit Faces New Potential Roadblock After GM’s Comment

Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers Pursuit Faces New Potential Roadblock After GM’s Comment

Deion Sanders Sounds Off on Latest Giants, Shedeur Sanders Draft Rumor

Deion Sanders Sounds Off on Latest Giants, Shedeur Sanders Draft Rumor

Chiefs Second-Year Pro Expected to ‘Step Up’ Into Huge Role

Chiefs Second-Year Pro Expected to ‘Step Up’ Into Huge Role

New Giants QB Russell Wilson Sends Super Bowl Message After Signing

New Giants QB Russell Wilson Sends Super Bowl Message After Signing

Chiefs’ Actions Hint Key Positional Pursuit Is Far From Over

Chiefs’ Actions Hint Key Positional Pursuit Is Far From Over

Giants Taking a Closer Look at Rising QB Prospect: Report

Giants Taking a Closer Look at Rising QB Prospect: Report

Steelers Show Interest in Intriguing QB Prospect Ahead of NFL Draft: Report

Steelers Show Interest in Intriguing QB Prospect Ahead of NFL Draft: Report

Giants Predicted to Attack Offensive Woes With Thorough 4-Part Plan

Giants Predicted to Attack Offensive Woes With Thorough 4-Part Plan

Chiefs’ Trey Smith Sends Clear Message on KC Future Amid Contract Negotiations

Chiefs’ Trey Smith Sends Clear Message on KC Future Amid Contract Negotiations

Steelers Insider Takes Definitive Stance on Idea of a George Pickens Trade

Steelers Insider Takes Definitive Stance on Idea of a George Pickens Trade