The Week 2 NFL matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Cincinnati Bengals drew an impressive average of 27.9 million viewers on CBS, marking the network's most-watched game in September since 1998. The thrilling game, which ended in a 26-25 victory for the Chiefs thanks to a last-second field goal by Harrison Butker, was also the most-streamed regular-season game ever on Paramount+. This viewership represents an 8% increase compared to the same time slot last year, contributing to CBS's overall NFL coverage achieving its best start since 1998 with an average of nearly 20 million viewers per game. The rivalry between the two teams continues to captivate audiences, especially with the ongoing media attention surrounding celebrity Taylor Swift attending the games. CBS's success reflects the NFL's strong position in American television, despite potential competition from election news as the season progresses.