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NFL Hall of Famer – Lem Barney
Barney was a second round draft choice in 1967. He was named 1967′s defensive rookie of the year, and went on to be selected to seven Pro Bowls. During his time in the NFL, Barney had 56 career interceptions, and also gained over 1000 yards each returning kickoffs and punts.
In 1999, he was ranked number 97 on The Sporting News’ list of the 100 Greatest NFL Players.
Both Barney and Lions teammate Mel Farr befriended Motown star Marvin Gaye, when Gaye unsuccessfully tried out for the Detroit Lions in 1970. Barney and Farr sing background vocals on Gaye’s classic 1971 song “What’s Going On”, for which Lem earned a Gold Record. Lem Barney also had a role in the film The Black Six and appeared as himself in Paper Lion. He is now a minister.
Lemuel Joseph “Lem” Barney was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
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