The 1972 Detroit Lions season was their 43rd in the National Football League (NFL).
The team improved on their previous season's output of 7–6–1, winning eight games.
[1] The team missed the playoffs for the second straight season.
It was also the final season for longtime defensive back Dick LeBeau.
Notes Running backs Wide receivers Tight ends Defensive linemen Defensive backs Special teams rookies in italics at War Memorial Stadium, Buffalo, New York First quarter Second quarter Third quarter Fourth quarter