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

Chiefs 52-Game Starter, 2-Time SB Champ Expected to Walk in Free Agency

Chiefs 52-Game Starter, 2-Time SB Champ Expected to Walk in Free Agency

Video Surfaces of Jackson Mahomes ‘Forcibly’ Kissing Restaurant Owner

Video Surfaces of Jackson Mahomes ‘Forcibly’ Kissing Restaurant Owner

2 Jets 2022 Starters Could Get ‘Priced Out’ on the Open Market

2 Jets 2022 Starters Could Get ‘Priced Out’ on the Open Market

Chiefs Pushed to Re-Sign Super Bowl Standout on Long-Term Deal

Chiefs Pushed to Re-Sign Super Bowl Standout on Long-Term Deal

Chiefs Reveal Must-Have Trait for Patrick Mahomes’ New QB2

Chiefs Reveal Must-Have Trait for Patrick Mahomes’ New QB2

Jets Insider Rumors 2023 QB Selection, Potential Draft Day Trade

Jets Insider Rumors 2023 QB Selection, Potential Draft Day Trade

Chiefs Get Candid About Frank Clark’s Future With Team

Chiefs Get Candid About Frank Clark’s Future With Team

Jets Rival Connected to Aaron Rodgers in Stunning Prediction

Jets Rival Connected to Aaron Rodgers in Stunning Prediction

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Hints at Offseason Plan at WR

Chiefs’ Andy Reid Hints at Offseason Plan at WR

Jets Hold 2023 Cut Candidate in ‘Very High Regard,’ Says Joe Douglas

Jets Hold 2023 Cut Candidate in ‘Very High Regard,’ Says Joe Douglas

Recent Chiefs Veteran Retires After 7 NFL Seasons

Recent Chiefs Veteran Retires After 7 NFL Seasons

Sam Darnold Could Play Role in Jets’ 2023 QB Search

Sam Darnold Could Play Role in Jets’ 2023 QB Search

Chiefs Urged to Sign Former Heisman Winner as Patrick Mahomes’ Backup

Chiefs Urged to Sign Former Heisman Winner as Patrick Mahomes’ Backup

Chiefs Writer Says KC ‘Should Be In On’ Cardinals Free Agent

Chiefs Writer Says KC ‘Should Be In On’ Cardinals Free Agent

Versatile WR Called ‘Ideal Fit’ for Chiefs Offense in Free Agency

Versatile WR Called ‘Ideal Fit’ for Chiefs Offense in Free Agency

Jets Pushed to Reunite With Former 3-Year Starter in Free Agency

Jets Pushed to Reunite With Former 3-Year Starter in Free Agency

Jets Fans Celebrate Major Development in Pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

Jets Fans Celebrate Major Development in Pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

Jets Named ‘Best Team Fit’ for Top-25 Free Agent

Jets Named ‘Best Team Fit’ for Top-25 Free Agent

Chiefs Considering Coaching Hire With Ties to Justin Herbert & Andrew Luck

Chiefs Considering Coaching Hire With Ties to Justin Herbert & Andrew Luck

Ex-Giants Star Suggests Polarizing Jets QB Trade to Shake Up NFL Landscape

Ex-Giants Star Suggests Polarizing Jets QB Trade to Shake Up NFL Landscape

Chiefs Let Contracts of 5 Players, Including 2-Time Pro Bowler, Expire

Chiefs Let Contracts of 5 Players, Including 2-Time Pro Bowler, Expire

Derek Carr’s Brother David Carr Provides Inside Info on Jets Visit

Derek Carr’s Brother David Carr Provides Inside Info on Jets Visit

Patrick Mahomes Honors Sterling’s 2nd Birthday With Viral Announcement

Patrick Mahomes Honors Sterling’s 2nd Birthday With Viral Announcement

Jets Finalize New Coaching Hire With Appealing Ties: Report

Jets Finalize New Coaching Hire With Appealing Ties: Report

Chiefs Fans Roast Analyst for Patrick Mahomes ‘Hot Take’

Chiefs Fans Roast Analyst for Patrick Mahomes ‘Hot Take’

Fans React to Ex-Jets WR Announcing Bizarre Name Change

Fans React to Ex-Jets WR Announcing Bizarre Name Change

Ex-Jets HC Rex Ryan Breaks Silence on Broncos DC Rumors

Ex-Jets HC Rex Ryan Breaks Silence on Broncos DC Rumors

Retired Ex-Chiefs Vet Sounds Off on ‘Expected’ NFL Rule Change

Retired Ex-Chiefs Vet Sounds Off on ‘Expected’ NFL Rule Change

Chiefs Fan Favorite Fined by NFL 6 Days After Super Bowl: Report

Chiefs Fan Favorite Fined by NFL 6 Days After Super Bowl: Report

Jets Urged to Replace DT Nathan Shepherd With 49ers Upgrade

Jets Urged to Replace DT Nathan Shepherd With 49ers Upgrade