At ESPN, record-breaking ratings have become a weapon, and Pat McAfee is proving he knows how to use it. The massive viewership numbers have provided the former Indianapolis Colts punter with more than just bragging rights. They added fuel to an ongoing power struggle behind the scenes.

McAfee just shared the post on his Instagram story that the episode on Week 14 is now the second most-watched regular-season GameDay episode ever. The 3.1 million average viewers didn’t just represent a number; it was a statement that solidified McAfee’s leverage within the company.

The viewership even beat all competing shows by 31%. During the final hour, it averaged 3.9 million viewers and peaked at 4.5 million, which is one of the highest peaks the show has ever seen. It’s not just ESPN.

FOX reported

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