NFL: Monday Night Football Viewership Down for Fifth Straight Season

Ratings for the first eight weeks of the season are down by 10% compared to last year

Despite a number of high-profile matchups, viewership for Monday Night Football has continued to decline in recent years

Viewership for Monday Night Football has continued to decline in recent years, with the first eight weeks of the 2022 season averaging 10% fewer viewers than the same period last year. This marks the fifth consecutive season that viewership for the once-popular program has fallen.

A number of factors may be contributing to the decline in viewership, including the increasing popularity of streaming services and the growing number of other entertainment options available to viewers. In addition, the NFL has come under fire in recent years for its handling of player protests and its concussion protocol, which may have alienated some fans.

The NFL is aware of the declining viewership numbers and is reportedly considering a number of changes to try to boost ratings. These changes could include moving the game to a different night of the week or adding new features to the broadcast. However, it is unclear whether these changes will be enough to reverse the trend of declining viewership.

The decline in viewership for Monday Night Football is a sign of the changing media landscape. As more and more people cut the cord and switch to streaming services, traditional television networks are facing increasing competition for viewers. The NFL will need to adapt to these changes if it wants to keep Monday Night Football relevant in the years to come.