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NFL Ratings Dip Slightly, Amazon Football Surges 11%

1/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In 2024, NFL games drew an average of 17.5 million viewers, reflecting a slight 2% dip from the previous year. However, Amazon's Thursday Night Football surged by 11%, and NBC's Sunday Night Football grew by 1%. Despite the election year's distractions, the NFL remained a powerhouse, securing 70 of the top 100 broadcasts in the U.S.

History

Historical Context

In 2024, NFL games averaged 17.5 million viewers, a minor dip from 2023. Historically, the NFL has dominated U.S. television, with Super Bowl XLIV drawing 106.5 million viewers in 2010. The league's ability to attract massive audiences has made it a staple of American culture, even during election years.

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Story summary

In 2024, NFL games drew an average of 17.5 million viewers, reflecting a slight 2% dip from the previous year. However, Amazon's Thursday Night Football surged by 11%, and NBC's Sunday Night Football grew by 1%. Despite the election year's distractions, the NFL remained a powerhouse, securing 70 of the top 100 broadcasts in the U.S.

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