YouTube TV Audience Decline and Industry Tensions Impact Sports and Networks
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The audience for Monday Night Football dropped 21.4% in Week 9 2024 compared to last year, largely due to the absence of ESPN and ABC from YouTube TV, which caused viewers to scramble for alternative viewing options. Despite high overall viewership numbers, the blackout likely impacted the total audience, and the situation remains unresolved as the Packers prepare to host the Eagles.
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