1982 Detroit Lions - Maxie Baughan

Maxie Baughan was a football coach and player in the National Football League (NFL). He played linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1960 to 1965 and the Dallas Cowboys from 1966 to 1970. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1960s.

After his playing career, Baughan became a coach. He served as the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions from 1981 to 1982, the New York Giants from 1983 to 1986, and the Cornell Big Red from 1987 to 1989. He was also the head coach of the Cornell Big Red from 1990 to 1993.

Baughan was a hard-nosed player and coach who was known for his aggressive style. He was also a respected leader who was well-liked by his players.

The defensive coordinator of the football team 1982 Detroit Lions was Maxie Baughan. He was in his second season with the Lions after being hired in 1981. Baughan was a former NFL player who had played for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys. He was known for his aggressive style of defense.

The Lions' defense in 1982 was not very good. They finished the season ranked 20th in the NFL in fewest points allowed. However, they did have some talented players, including defensive end Al Baker, linebacker Art Still, and safety Mike Fuller.

In 1981, the Lions' defense finished the season ranked 23rd in the NFL in fewest points allowed. They allowed an average of 24.8 points per game. In 1982, the Lions' defense finished the season ranked 20th in the NFL in fewest points allowed. They allowed an average of 23.4 points per game.

Maxie Baughan ran a 4-3 defense with the 1982 Detroit Lions.