The NFL is back! The Hall of Fame Game is upon us, featuring the Detroit Lions facing off with the Los Angeles Chargers as preseason football gets rolling. This game kicks off on Thursday, July 31, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT) with a live broadcast on NBC, or streaming on demand on Peacock.
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Who are Chargers vs. Lions starters? Who is playing in the HOF game tonight?
The Lions will be resting all starters and two rookies in this game tonight. For the Chargers, QB Justin Herbert will sit out the entire game and the unproven Trey Lance will have extended run, starting the game as QB1 for LA. There will also be a local tie for Oregon State Beavers fans as undrafted QB DJ Uiagalelei will play most of the second half for the Bolts. The Lions will be breaking in two new coaches, including a new defensive coordinator and a new offensive coordinator in this NFL preseason opener. Detroit will also be looking at backups to starter Jared Goff as former Steelers QB Kyle Allen and Lions backup Hendon Hooker battle it out for the QB2 spot with each getting opportunities in this matchup tonight.
What TV channel is the Chargers vs. Lions Hall of Fame Game on? When does it start?
When: Kickoff takes place on Thursday, July 31, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT)
Where: Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium | Canton, OH
Network: NBC, and streaming on Peacock Premium
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Detroit Lions vs. LA Chargers spread, betting odds
Moneyline: DET: -135 | LAC: +115
Point spread: DET: -2 | LAC: +2
Over/Under: 32.5
