Adrian Ross entered college as a walk-on and left Colorado State University as the 4th all‐time sacks leader. He was a linebacker for the Cincinnati Bengals for 6 years and was one of the hardest hitters and leaders in the NFL.

In 2000, Ross founded the Maddbacker Foundation in order to empower and inspire youth through education and athletics. As owner of 3D Sports and Entertainment, Ross helps future athletes achieve their dreams on and off the field. In 2013, he became an NFLPA Certified Contract Advisor and is currently the VP of the Sacramento chapeter and a board member for the Positive Coaching Alliance.