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TCU drew historic ratings in its season opener against Deion Sanders and Colorado

TCU fell 45-42 to the Deion Sanders-led Colorado Buffaloes in a thrilling season opener. The game drew historic ratings for FOX Sports and their pregame show Big Noon Kickoff.

The game was the fourth most streamed college football game in FOX Sports history. The game was the most watched Big Noon week 1 game in Fox Sports history as well.

Big Noon Kickoff also had a 22% uptick in viewers compared to week 1 last year and the game was FOX’s third most watched regular season Big-12 game of all time.

TCU will look to rebound from its opening-day loss when they play Nicholls at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Amon G. Carter Stadium.

This story was originally published September 6, 2023 at 11:06 AM.

Lawrence Dow
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Lawrence Dow is a digital sports reporter from Philadelphia. He graduated with a master’s degree in journalism from USC. He’s passionate about movies and is always looking for a great book. He covers the Texas Rangers and other sports.
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