Cowboys-Packers game draws 24.656 million viewers on Sunday night

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Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Cowboys-Packers game draws 24.656 million viewers on Sunday night
Summary

The recent matchup between the Cowboys and Packers generated 24.656 million viewers on NBC, marking a return to higher ratings for Sunday Night Football. The game was characterized by a lopsided score early on, with the Packers leading 17-0 at halftime and maintaining at least a two-score lead throughout the contest. Despite a lack of excitement on the field, viewership peaked at 28.7 million during a prime time window. Next week, the Seahawks will host the undefeated Chiefs on Sunday night.

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  • •Game garnered 24.656 million viewers on NBC.
  • •Packers led 17-0 at halftime.
  • •Viewership peaked at 28.7 million at 9:15 p.m. ET.
  • •Cowboys-Packers matchup breaks two-week streak of under 20 million viewers.
  • •Next game features Seahawks hosting the 5-0 Chiefs.
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  • 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys-Packers generates 24.656 million on Sunday night
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The latest installment of the Cowboys-Packers did not yield an exciting game.

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