NFL Wednesday Opener Draws Lowest Audience Since 2022
The NFL’s midweek season opener between the Seahawks and Patriots drew 25.1 million viewers on NBC/Peacock, marking a roughly 11–12% drop from last year and the least-watched opening since 2022, though 18–49 ratings were the strongest since 2021. Analysts and networks note the unusual Wednesday slot and rematch dynamic, with streaming and international broadcasts continuing to influence overall viewership.
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About Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks are a professional American football team based in Seattle. The Seahawks compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the National Football Conference (NFC) West division. They have played their home games at Lumen Field in Seattle's SoDo neighborhood since 2002. The only NFL team in the Pacific Northwest, the Seahawks are named for the osprey, a species of bird also referred to as the sea hawk.
Everything about Seattle Seahawks →- Country
- United States
- Inception
- 1976
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- http://www.seahawks.com
