2002 BC Lions season

The 2002 BC Lions finished in third place in the West Division with a 10–8 record. After beginning the season with a 1–5 record, general manager Adam Rita fired head coach Steve Buratto and coached the team on an interim basis for the rest of the year. He guided the group to a 9–3 turnaround which led to an appearance in the West-Semi Final. Despite the turnaround, Rita was fired as general manager/coach after the playoff loss.

Awards and records

 * Jason Clermont, Outstanding Rookie

2002 CFL All-Stars

 * Brendan Ayanbadejo, Linebacker
 * Eric Carter, Cornerback
 * Barrin Simpson, Linebacker

Western Division All-Star Selections

 * Brendan Ayanbadejo, Linebacker
 * Eric Carter, Cornerback
 * Steve Hardin, Offensive Guard
 * Carl Kidd, Linebacker
 * Derick (Bo) Lewis, Defensive Back
 * Herman Smith, Defensive End
 * Barrin Simpson, Linebacker
 * Jamie Taras, Centre