NFL sees 2nd-highest regular season average viewership since 1988 at 18.7 million, up 10% from 2024

The NFL has averaged 18.7 million viewers per game this season, marking the second-highest average since 1988. This is a 10% ...

NFL has highest regular-season viewership since 1989

Yes, the numbers are increasing. This year, televised NFL games averaged 18.7 million viewers, via Sports Business Journal.