Ratings Reality Check: What the 60 Minutes Slump Says About Journalism's Enduring Challenges The latest Nielsen numbers for CBS News' flagship program, 60 Minutes, have left many in the industry puzzled.
A 21% drop in ratings from last year's season premiere has sparked a debate about whether the show's overhaul or NFL induced collateral damage is to blame. Last season, 60 Minutes averaged an overall audience of 8.
16 million viewers and 1. 32 million in the coveted 25 to 54 demographic. These numbers are respectable but indicate a worrying trend.