Ross Husson

Ross is an avid Lions fan and has been writing for SideLion Report for almost a year now. He lives in the heart of NFC North territory so in recent years he's dealt with some smack talk from his Packers, Bears, and Vikings fans. He is ready to return the favor in the future with the resurgence of the Honolulu Blue and Silver. When it isn't Sunday, he for roots for his beloved Iowa State Cyclones, Chicago White Sox, and Chicago Blackhawks.

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How Today’s Detroit Lions Were Recruited in High School

As you probably know, yesterday was National Signing Day.  Signing Day is one of the biggest days of the year for college football fans who follow the recruiting process throughout the entire year. …Read More

Interesting Words From Bill Ford Jr.

On DetroitLions.com, writer Tim Twentyman unveiled part one of an exclusive interview with Lions Vice Chairman, Bill Ford Jr.  In part one, which can be found here, Bill Ford Jr. said some things that…Read More

Expectations for the 2012 Detroit Lions

The 2011 season hasn’t even been over for two weeks and already fans (including me) are looking forward to next year’s season.  Last summer, many of us thought that the Lions would be much…Read More

Three Things the Detroit Lions Can’t Afford to do Against New Orleans

Here we are.  The Lions are in the playoffs for the first time in a long, long time.  Fans have been hoping for this moment since last season ended and some have been waiting much longer.  It is going…Read More

Three Reasons Why Matthew Stafford Should Be A Pro Bowler

As you know, Matthew Stafford wasn’t elected to the 2012 Pro Bowl.  Calvin Johnson was the only Lion voted to be on the Pro Bowl roster.  That is dissapointing considering the great season the…Read More

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A Very Early Look at the 2012 NFL Draft for the Detroit Lions

It’s never too early to start looking forward to April’s draft.  Bowl season is now fully…Read More

Is Sunday Night a Must-Win For the Lions?

As you know, the Lions got off to a hot start with a 5-0 record but have since cooled off.  They have…Read More

Defending Cam Newton

Besides Michael Vick, Cam Newton is likely the best duel-threat quarterback in the NFL right now.  The…Read More

Update on the Detroit Lions’ Kicking and Punting Situation

The kicking game is a mess right now.  First, Jason Hanson wasn’t able to practice Wednesday due…Read More

Looking Forward to the Rest of the Season

Okay so we’re in a bye week after eight games.  The Lions are 6-2 which is around or a little…Read More

Three Denver Broncos To Watch Out For

1.  Tim Tebow A lot of eyes will focus in on Tebow come this Sunday.  The media and following behind…Read More

Three Reasons Why the Lions Will Win This Sunday

First of all, I apologize to all of the Lions fans out there.  The reason the Lions lost last week…Read More

Lions Won’t Be Facing the Old Alex Smith

If you haven’t been following the rest of the league this year, you might not know that the San…Read More

Three Reasons Why the Detroit Lions Will Beat the Chicago Bears

The Detroit Lions are gearing up for the upcoming game against the Bears.  The game is on Monday Night…Read More

Three Reasons Why the Detroit Lions Will Beat the Cowboys

1.  Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson When the offense needed a big play last week, Matthew Stafford…Read More

Three Reasons Why the Lions Will Beat the Vikings

1. Donovan McNabb Donovan McNabb is one of the best quarterbacks to ever play in my lifetime.  He led…Read More

Chiefs vs. Lions: The Impact of Eric Berry’s Injury

Last week against the Bills, safety Eric Berry was injured on a block from Buffalo WR Steve Johnson.…Read More

Three Matchups to Watch Against the Bucs

First off, I am beyond ready for the start of the season. We have endured an excruciating long offseason…Read More

NFC North Preview: Chicago Bears

I’ll continue my series of previews of NFC North teams with the Chicago Bears.  If you missed…Read More

NFC North Preview: Minnesota Vikings

I’ll begin my series of previews of NFC North teams with the Minnesota Vikings.  After being a…Read More