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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Grading the Lions’ Free Agency

Yesterday, Zac graded out each free agency move by the Lions.  I decided it is time for me to grade out the Lions’ free agency as a whole. Most of us agree that the Lions did fantastic in free agency.…Read More

Two Special Teams Competitions to Watch in Detroit Lions Training Camp

Recently, the Lions signed kicker Dave Rayner to a one-year deal.  Rayner came in after veteran Jason Hanson suffered an injury against the Jets.  Rayner had played for six teams in five years before…Read More

Details of the New Rookie Wage Scale

Last Thursday, the NFL and the NFLPA worked out one of the last problems in the ongoing labor negotiations.  The two parties agreed on a new rookie wage scale.  The new plan will eliminate huge contracts…Read More

Will Brandon Pettigrew be a Pro Bowler Next Year?

In 2009, the Lions spent their 20th pick on Brandon Pettigrew from Oklahoma State.  Pettigrew started his rookie season off with a slow start.  In his first 7 games, Pettigrew only caught 14 passes.…Read More

How Important was Kyle Vanden Bosch in 2010? Part I

While searching through Advanced NFL Stats, I came across the defensive players stats.  The first position I selected was Defensive Ends and I was very suprised at what came up.  Near top of the list…Read More

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The Minnesota Vikings Are Most Likely Staying Put

Since 1994, the city of Los Angeles has been without a NFL team after both the Rams and Raiders moved…Read More

Three Reasons Why You Should Have More Confidence in the Secondary

Many Lion fans were calling for the first round pick to be spent on CB Prince Amukamara or Jimmy Smith.…Read More

Detroit Lions Kicking Off The 2011 NFL Season?

Due to the never-ending lockout, the NFL is preparing for an eight game season.  The season could start…Read More

NFLPA Invites All Rookies To Educational Event

Last week, the NFL cancelled their annual rookie symposium due to the ongoing lockout.  The symposium’s…Read More

Offseason Education: The Basics of Zone Blocking

Many teams in the NFL use a zone blocking scheme to open up running lanes.  Zone blocking is what is…Read More

Offseason Education: The Basics of the Tampa 2 Defense

If you have heard of the defensive scheme “Tampa 2″ but don’t know what it is, I’ll…Read More

Economic Impact of the Lockout

Besides losing football, the NFL Lockout will hurt the local economies of cities that host a team.  Every…Read More

NFC North Draft Review

Chicago Bears The Bears will improve their offensive line that struggled last year with the pick of Carimi.…Read More

My Draft Day Want List

After several weeks of researching and reading, I have finally decided my “Draft Day Want List”…Read More

Nick Fairley Visits Detroit?

Yes, it is true according to detroitlions.com.  Nick Fairley, who will most likely be a top pick in…Read More

Detroit’s Selection Will Be Impacted By Dallas

The Dallas Cowboys have the 9th pick in the upcoming draft and whoever they pick will have an effect…Read More

NFC North Draft Needs

Minnesota Vikings (12th) Quarterback: Brett Favre‘s time in the NFL looks like it is finally over.…Read More

NFLPA Won’t Hold Competing Draft Event

Earlier this month, it was reported that the Players Association was going to hold a separate, head-to-head…Read More

The New Kickoff Rule And How It Affects The Detroit Lions

Today, the NFL’s Competition Committee passed a new rule which moves kickoffs upward 5 yards to…Read More

NFLPA Wants Top Prospects To Boycott Draft

The NFL usually invites 15-20 top prospects to attend the draft at Radio City Music Hall.  Well this…Read More