Aaron Andrew Merz (born August 27, 1983) is an American former professional football offensive lineman.

He was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL draft.

He played college football at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a B.A.

After being released by Buffalo in 2008, Merz enlisted with the U.S. Peace Corps.

Aaron has since returned to Zambia with his wife to operate the NGO she founded, IIM International which is dedicated to providing improved educational access to orphans and vulnerable children.