| 1947 Detroit Lions season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Gus Dorais |
| Results | |
| Record | 3–9 |
| Division place | 5th NFL Western |
| Playoff finish | Did not qualify |
The 1947 Detroit Lions season was their 18th in the league. The team improved on their previous season's output of 1–10, winning three games.[1] They failed to qualify for the playoffs for the 12th consecutive season.