Rookies got their first NFL snaps in Thursday’s preseason opener between the Chargers and Lions. Nick Simon breaks down the rookie performers.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Hall of Fame Game Draws Huge Audience As Fans Brace for Full Return of Football. The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Detroit Lions 34-7 last Thursday night in the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Game that kicked off Hall of Fame weekend in Canton, as well as the 2025 NFL preseason.

The Lions and Chargers faced each other in the first NFL Football game since February, and one team performed way better than expected. Here's what to make of last night's game