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NBC Set to Top Broadcast Ratings for First Time in 15 Years

4/16/2026

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NBC (National Broadcasting Company) is projected to lead broadcast-network ratings for the first time since 2007-2008 due to Legendary February lineup, including the Super Bowl and Winter Olympics.
CBS (the CBS network) chair George Cheeks acknowledged the shift during a press briefing.
CBS has six of the top 20 series, including "Marshals," which has drawn 26.5 million viewers.
The broadcast season runs through May, with more data as shows conclude.

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NBC (National Broadcasting Company) is projected to lead broadcast-network ratings for the first time since 2007-2008 due to Legendary February lineup, including the Super Bowl and Winter Olympics.
CBS (the CBS network) chair George Cheeks acknowledged the shift during a press briefing.
CBS has six of the top 20 series, including "Marshals," which has drawn 26.5 million viewers.
The broadcast season runs through May, with more data as shows conclude.