The Great Peacock Exodus: Did the Chiefs Flock to Streaming for the Wild Card Game?
Ah, the Kansas City Chiefs. Those magicians of the gridiron, the Mahomes militia, the team that somehow makes heart attacks a spectator sport (for their fans, at least). But back in January, their Wild Card game had a twist: it was exclusive to Peacock, the streaming service that, well, let's just say it wasn't exactly topping the charts. So, the question that burned brighter than Patrick Mahomes' arm: did people actually sign up for Peacock just to watch the Chiefs smack down the Dolphins?
The Numbers Game: A Peacock Party... or a Quiet Soiree?
Peacock remained tight-lipped about subscriber numbers, but some intrepid analysts took a crack at the code. One firm, Antenna, estimated that a cool 2.8 million people signed up for Peacock specifically for the game, a number that later crept up to 3 million. That's a lot of Chiefs jerseys filling up virtual stands! But here's the real shocker: a study showed that over two-thirds of those new subscribers actually stuck around after the game. Seems like Peacock's gambit, while risky, might have paid off in the long run.
But Wait, There's More! The Tale of the Dedicated Fan (and Their Grumbling Parents)
Let's be honest, folks. Signing up for a new streaming service just for one game? That takes some serious dedication (or maybe just desperate Chiefs fandom). We can only imagine the conversations:
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- Fan: "Hey mom, dad, can I borrow your credit card? It's for... research purposes."
- Parent: "Research? At 8 pm on a Sunday? Unless that research involves studying for that biology test you forgot about, the answer is no."
- Fan: "But it's important! It's about, uh, the migratory patterns of... birds! Yes, birds. Specifically, the Kansas City Chiefs, which is totally a bird-themed team, don't question me!"
How Many People Actually Watched the Game? Here Comes the Nielsen Rainstorm!
Okay, so sign-ups are one thing, but viewership is another. Here's where Nielsen, the ratings boss everyone loves to hate (but secretly relies on), comes in. They reported that the game averaged a whopping 23 million viewers across Peacock, local stations, and mobile platforms. That, my friends, is a streaming record. Looks like the Chiefs game wasn't just a win for Kansas City, it was a touchdown for Peacock too.
How To Peacock Like a Pro: Your FAQ Guide
Alright, alright, so you're curious about Peacock. Here's a cheat sheet to get you started:
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How to sign up for Peacock?
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Easy! Download the app or head to
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How much is Peacock?
Plans start at around $5 a month, with ads. Want to be fancy and ad-free? It'll cost you a bit more.
How to cancel Peacock (because you're not sure if you'll use it after the Chiefs season)?
No worries, commitment-phobes! Head to your account settings and hit that glorious "cancel" button.
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How to convince your parents to let you use their Peacock account?
This one's tricky. Maybe offer to do extra chores or mow the lawn? Just remember, honesty is the best policy (unless it involves borrowing their credit card for "bird research").
How to enjoy the Chiefs dominate without yelling at the TV?
We got nothin' for you there. That's just part of the fun (and maybe frustration) of being a fan.
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