Lions great Lem Barney is alive, according to family.
The family of Lem Barney, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, denied on Saturday that he had passed away. Earlier, the Pro Football Hall of Fame mistakenly reported that the former Detroit Lions player had died at the age of 80, leading to an apology and clarification from the organization. Officials from the Hall stated, […]
Pro Football Hall of Fame issues apology for mistakenly announcing Lem Barney’s death
Pro Football Hall of Fame Issues Apology for Incorrect Death Announcement That’s quite a misstep. The Pro Football Hall of Fame issued an apology on Saturday after mistakenly reporting that former Lions cornerback Lem Barney had passed away at 80. “Due to conflicting information regarding reports of Lem Barney’s passing, the Pro Football Hall of […]