Chiefs defeat Raiders in season's most-watched NFL broadcast
NBC Sports reported that the Chiefs' 30-27 victory over the Raiders on September 27, 2026 was seen by 28. 448 million viewers on CBS, making it the most-watched NFL broadcast of the season and the highest-rated Week 4 game in league history.
Earlier in the season, the Raiders rallied to beat the New Orleans Saints 35-27, improving to 3-0 after overcoming a 13-point deficit (New York Post). The Chiefs later advanced to 4-0, seizing sole possession of first place in the AFC West, with Patrick Mahomes throwing for 225 yards and two touchdowns (CBS Sports).