However, the Detroit Lions likely wish they could have hit the restart button against the Los Angeles Chargers after an incredibly sloppy opening half that included three turnovers in the first quarter.

The Detroit Lions open the 2025 NFL preseason with a 34-7 loss to the LA Chargers in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio.

The NFL kicked off its preseason with the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Detroit Lions in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday. The Chargers won 34-7, with Chargers quarterback Trey Lance throwing two touchdown passes.