Chiefs-Seahawks attract 26.3 million viewers on Sunday night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 11:44 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
The Chiefs-Seahawks game on October 27, 2026, garnered an average viewership of 26.3 million on NBC. This marked the highest audience for a Week 7 Sunday night game since 2013. During its peak between 9:30 and 9:45 p.m., the game reached 29 million viewers. The contest featured two strong teams, with the Chiefs and Seahawks having a historical rivalry. The upcoming Sunday night game between the Eagles and Commanders is unlikely to match this viewership record.
- •Game peaked at 29 million viewers from 9:30 to 9:45 p.m.
- •Significant viewership growth compared to previous years.
- •The Chiefs entered the game unbeaten, while the Seahawks were defending champions.
- •It was the biggest Week 7 audience since 2013.
- •Upcoming game between Eagles and Commanders may face lower viewership.
- 11:44 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs-Seahawks attracts 26.3 million viewers on Sunday night
"Even though the game itself was far from compelling, the matchup of a pair of former AFC West rivals delivered big numbers on Sunday night.
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