The 1997 BC Lions finished in fourth place in the West Division with an 8–10 record. Because of the "crossover" rule, they appeared in the East Semi-Final. The Lions became the first West Division team to appear in the East Division playoffs, but lost to the Montreal Alouettes. Offseason CFL Draft Ottawa Rough Riders Dispersal Draft Preseason Regular season Season standings Season schedule Awards and records CFL's Most Outstanding Canadian Award – Sean Millington (FB) 1997 CFL All-Stars WR – Alfred Jackson, CFL All-Star LB – Maurice Kelley, CFL All-Star 1997 Intergold CFLPA All-Stars FB – Sean Millington, Intergold CFLPA All-Star WR – Alfred Jackson, Intergold CFLPA All-Star HC – Adam Rita, Intergold CFLPA All-Star Playoffs East Semi-Final References BC Lions seasons BC Lions 1997 in British Columbia