2025 NFL Hall of Fame Game: Date, start time, location, how to watch

The 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game will feature the Detroit Lions going up against the Los Angeles Chargers, the NFL announced on Wednesday.

Despite the informality of the Hall of Fame Game, which often features back-up and reserve players, the contest does signify the start of the NFL Preseason and serves as an exciting benchmark for football fans and the new season draws closer.

More importantly, the game precedes the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement of the Class of 2025, which features Antonio Gates, Sterling Sharpe, Jared Allen and Eric Allen.

Let’s get into all you need to know about the 2025 Hall of Fame Game.

2025 NFL Hall of Fame Game date

The 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game will take place on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

2025 NFL Hall of Fame Game start time

Lions vs. Chargers in the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game will start at 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT.

How to watch the 2025 Hall of Fame Game, TV channel and streaming

The 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game between the Lions and Chargers will be broadcast on NBC, with streaming available on Peacock.

Mike Tirico (play-by-play) and Cris Collinsworth (analyst) will serve as the commentary team and will be joined by Melissa Stark (sideline reporter).

2025 NFL Hall of Fame Game location

As it is every year, the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game will take place at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, the site of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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