1967 Detroit Lions season

The 1967 Detroit Lions season was the 38th season in franchise history. On August 5, the Lions met the Denver Broncos in the first inter-league exhibition game. The Broncos beat the Lions 13–7 to become the first AFL team to beat an NFL team.

1967 Detroit Lions season
Head coachJoe Schmidt
Home fieldTiger Stadium
Results
Record5–7–2
Division place3rd NFL Central
Playoff finishDid not qualify

The Lions boasted both the NFL's Offensive and Defensive rookies of the year: running back Mel Farr and cornerback Lem Barney.

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