By Mummy Grace The Detroit Lions’ matchup against the Minnesota Vikings was a ratings triumph for NBC, drawing 28.5 million viewers across all platforms. This makes it the most-watched Sunday Night Football season finale since 2012 and the third most-watched game in NBC’s Sunday Night Football history. The numbers also reflect a 24% increase compared to last year’s Bills-Dolphins finale.
With the NFC North title and the conference’s No. 1 seed on the line at Ford Field, the stakes were high, contributing to the game’s massive viewership. The Lions’ convincing 31-9 victory secured them both accolades and set the stage for the Divisional Round, where they’ll host the winner of the Rams-Vikings game.
The Lions’ rise and their ability to deliver such a high-stakes performance on a national stage demonstrate their growing prominence in the NFL. Fans can only wonder how the ratings might have soared further if the game had been a nail-biter.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Lions prepare for their next playoff challenge.