Was Crider denied a COA improperly, where the Sixth Circuit's decision is contrary to Buck v. Davis?

Question Presented : Crider Filed Under § 2255 fostering several issues . warranting a certificate of appealability. To Crider's dismay the Sixth Circuit denied all of issues, but looked to far into the merits of his ' issues. This Court has directed the courts of appeals not to rest the decision to deny a COA with reference to the merits. Was Crider denied . a COA improperly, where the Sixth Circuit's decision is contrary to Buck v. Davis? . ~i