Commanders and 49ers draw 17.9 million viewers for Monday Night Football

The Monday Night Football game between the Commanders and 49ers attracted 17.9 million viewers across various networks, including ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. The game featured a significant comeback, with the 49ers turning a 23-3 deficit into a close finish at 23-17. Initial viewership data indicates that only 315,000 viewers tuned into the Pat McAfee alt cast, highlighting a disparity in audience preferences. ESPN's report did not include specific numbers for the ManningCast or the Next Gen Stats broadcast, but noted that last week, the ManningCast drew 1.1 million viewers. The figures prompt ongoing questions about the popularity and necessity of alternative broadcasts during major games.

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