Lem Barney is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback and return specialist for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League from 1967 to 1977, occasionally playing as a punter as well. Born on September 8, 1945, he played college football for the Jackson State Tigers from 1964 to 1966 and was selected by the Lions in the 1967 draft. He was named Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1967, played in seven Pro Bowls and was a first-team All-Pro in 1968 and 1969. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
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