WWE SmackDown delivered a notable ratings increase on February 27, drawing 1.379 million viewers on USA Network. The number reflects a strong rebound from the 1.1 million viewers the February 20 episode attracted while airing on SyFy due to Olympic coverage. SmackDown also posted a 0.34 rating in the key 18–49 demographic, up from 0.29 the previous week.

The show ranked second on cable for the night, trailing only the NBA broadcast on ESPN, which averaged 1.5 million viewers and a 0.4 demo rating.

Most‑Viewed WWE SmackDown (2/27) YouTube Videos

• Elimination Chamber competitors brawl – 912K views
• Jey Uso is attacked – 666K views
• Sami Zayn confronts Jacob Fatu – 383K views
• Jacob Fatu vs. Logan Paul – 352K views
• Uncle Howdy vs. Solo Sikoa – 292K views

AEW Collision on February 28 experienced a big decline. The show drew 365,000 viewers, down from the 470,000 who tuned in for AEW Grand Slam Australia on February 21. Collision recorded a 0.06 rating in the 18–49 demographic, slightly below last week’s 0.07.

Collision finished 40th on cable, facing direct competition from WWE Elimination Chamber, which aired on ESPN Unlimited. The episode also simulcasted on HBO Max, though streaming figures were not released.

Most‑Viewed AEW Collision (2/27) YouTube Videos

• Toni Storm exposes Wheeler Yuta – 136K views
• Hook recruits for The Opps – 57K views
• MJF challenges Kevin Knight – 41K views
• Thekla sends a message – 39K views
• Moxley & Takeshita hype AEW Revolution – 32K views

Both shows continue to reflect shifting audience patterns, with SmackDown benefiting from its return to USA Network and Collision facing stronger competition during a major WWE weekend.

2/27 WWE SmackDown Viewership Rises as 2/28 AEW Collision Declines in Latest Ratings Report

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