Cowboys-Eagles attract larger audience than World Series Game 3

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Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Cowboys-Eagles attract larger audience than World Series Game 3
Summary

The NFL matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles on October 29 drew 18.8 million viewers. In contrast, Game 3 of the World Series featuring the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers drew only 8.33 million viewers, marking it as one of the least-watched World Series games in history. This trend highlights the shifting dynamics of viewership, with regular-season NFL games currently overshadowing significant baseball events. Experts suggest that MLB may need to reconsider its scheduling to avoid overlapping with NFL games, given the drastic difference in audience sizes.

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  • •Cowboys-Eagles game had 18.8 million viewers on October 29.
  • •World Series Game 3 attracted only 8.33 million viewers.
  • •Game 3 is among the least-watched World Series games ever.
  • •Experts recommend MLB adjust its scheduling against NFL games.
  • •NFL's current popularity could shape future sports broadcasting strategies.
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  • 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys-Eagles' audience blows out World Series Game 3
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There once was a time when the mere thought of competing with the World Series made the NFL hide under the bed.

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