The Detroit Lions are preparing for the 2025 preseason, which includes a notable game against the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL Hall of Fame Game. Scheduled for July 31 at 8 p.m., this will be the Lions’ first preseason opener since 1991, according to a report by MLive. The game will be broadcast live on NBC.
Beyond the high-profile opener, the Lions plan to thoroughly assess their rookie draft picks over several games. Their preseason schedule includes matchups against the Atlanta Falcons, Miami Dolphins, and Houston Texans, as announced Tuesday. The team's only road game will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium against the Falcons on August 8, as noted by FOX 2 Detroit.
The Lions will then host consecutive home games at Ford Field, facing the Dolphins on August 16 and the Texans on August 23, with both games starting at 1 p.m. All preseason games not broadcast on NBC will be available locally via the Lions TV Network, this information coming via The Detroit News.
Reviewing the Lions’ recent preseason matchups against these opponents shows varied results. They defeated the Texans 26-23 in 2024 but narrowly lost to the Dolphins in 2022. Meanwhile, the Lions secured wins against the Chargers and Falcons in 2023, as MLive points out. The upcoming games are expected to help refine the team and build the competitive edge needed for a strong playoff run later in the season.
Local sports fans can also expect expanded coverage, with FOX 2 broadcasting the preseason games live on TV and streaming online, making it easy to catch the action at home or on the go, as per reports by FOX 2 Detroit.
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