The Baltimore Ravens' Sunday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons drew 17 million viewers on NBC without the services of two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, according to Nielsen ratings. The game marked the first time this season the Ravens took the field without their franchise quarterback, who was sidelined, and Tyler Huntley stepped in to lead the offense.
Despite the absence of Jackson, the Ravens secured a 30-23 overtime victory, showcasing the team’s depth even without its star player. The audience figures highlight the significant impact star quarterbacks have on viewership, as the game trailed only the Brewers-Dodgers MLB matchup on Fox, which attracted 10 million viewers.
Meanwhile, the Week 5 Thursday night clash between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys on Prime Video drew 16.725 million viewers, underscoring the NFL’s focus on protecting elite quarterbacks and the league’s business interests tied to star power. With the Cowboys and Green Bay Packers set to face off on Sunday night, the ratings are expected to reflect the presence of two competitive teams vying for playoff positioning in the NFC.
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