Ryan O'Bleness

Joined: Jan 10, 2017

I am currently the community/public relations manager at StartupNation (www.startupnation.com). My biggest passions have always been sports and writing, so why not combine the two? I am a huge fan of the Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers, Jacksonville Jaguars, Michigan State Spartans and Central Michigan Chippewas. I have a Bachelor of Applied Arts degree in integrative public relations from Central Michigan University.

Dec 29, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks defensive lineman Jeremiah Ledbetter (55) sacks Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Jerod Evans (4) in the second quarter during the Belk Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Relative Athletic Scores for the 2017 Detroit Lions Draft Class

Nov 25, 2016; Kalamazoo, MI, USA; Toledo Rockets tight end Michael Roberts (80) dives in for a touchdown during the first half against the Western Michigan Broncos at Waldo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Select Tight End Michael Roberts with Second Fourth-Round Pick

Oct 15, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Jarrad Davis (40) against the Missouri Tigers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Why Jarrad Davis over Reuben Foster? Character

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Taylor Decker (Ohio State) is selected by the Detroit Lions as the number sixteen overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Taking a Look at Draft Trends for Bob Quinn and Jim Caldwell

May 8, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Detroit Lions former running back Barry Sanders announces tight end Eric Ebron (North Carolina) as the tenth overall pick in the first round of the 2014 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions during the 2014 NFL draft at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Ranking the 5 Worst Draft Classes for the Detroit Lions in Past 30 Years

Sep 3, 2016; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Raekwon McMillan (5) against the Bowling Green Falcons at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won the game 77-10. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

One Linebacker Detroit Could Target in Each Round of the Draft

Oct 16, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) is hit by San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker Nick Bellore (50) as he throws a pass during the first quarter at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Add Depth At Linebacker with Nick Bellore

Sep 11, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; The Detroit Lions offense huddles against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Lions won 39-35. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

By the Numbers: Breaking Down the 2016 Detroit Lions Offense

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage and podium before the 2016 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions’ Prospect Battle: Zach Cunningham versus Taco Charlton

Oct 1, 2016; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Joe Mixon (25) runs as TCU Horned Frogs linebacker Travin Howard (32) defends during the first half at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Joe Mixon is Not the Only Top Running Back Prospect with a Troubled Past

Nov 20, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay (23) defensive end Kerry Hyder (61) and defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (94) celebrate during the fourth quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Ford Field. Lions won 26-19. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Must Shift Focus to Finding a Defensive Difference-Maker

Feb 2, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker Paul Worrilow answers questions during a press conference at Westin Houston Memorial City Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Free Agent Profiles: Get to Know Detroit’s Newest Additions

Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) rushes the passer against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Post Combine: 7-Round Mock Draft for Detroit Lions

Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots middle linebacker Dont'a Hightower (54) reacts after a tackle in the third quarter during Super Bowl LI against the Atlanta Falcons at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-USA TODAY Sports

Why Dont’a Hightower Should be a Top Priority for the Detroit Lions in Free Agency

Jan 1, 2017; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones (11) makes a catch during the second quarter against Green Bay Packers cornerback Quinten Rollins (24) at Ford Field. Packers won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

What Happened to Marvin Jones Jr. in 2016?

Dec 11, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker DeAndre Levy (54) looks on during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Can DeAndre Levy Return to Form in 2017?