The 1946 Detroit Lions season was their 17th in the league. The team failed to improve on their previous season's output of 7âÂÂ3, winning only one game. They failed to qualify for the playoffs for the 11th consecutive season. The Lions lost their first 6 games before beating the Steelers at 17âÂÂ7 at home. The Lions then lost their final 4 games of the season.
Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.