Lem Barney is a Hall of Fame cornerback who played for the Detroit Lions from 1967 to 1977. He was a seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection during his career. He was also a two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1970s.

Barney was drafted by the Lions in 1967 and quickly established himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the league. He was known for his quickness and agility, and his ability to read the quarterback's eyes and anticipate routes. He was also a great ballhawk, intercepting 56 passes during his career, which is still a Lions franchise record. He also scored seven touchdowns on interception returns, which is also a Lions record.

Off the field, Barney was a leader in the locker room and was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to the game. He was also a great ambassador for the game, often speaking to youth groups and making appearances at local schools.

Barney was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992 and his number 20 jersey was retired by the Lions in 1992. He is remembered as one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history and a true ambassador for the game.

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