The Los Angeles Chargers demolished the Detroit Lions 34-7 in this year's Hall of Fame game. The Bolts started out hot, forcing a fumble on the opening kickoff that was recovered by Kendall Williamson. It was more of the same all night, as the Chargers never surrendered the lead.

The Chargers opened up preseason play with a win over the Lions in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game, defeating Detroit by the score of 34-7. Here's our recap of Los Angeles' victory. They scored their first touchdown on the opening drive. The Chargers had control of the entire game and never surrendered the lead.

Following the first game of NFL Preseason Football, here are three takeaways from the matchup featuring the Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions.