WWE SmackDown Ratings – Oct. 16, 2026 – Viewership Slightly Down

The October 16th episode of WWE SmackDown drew 1,327,000 viewers on USA Network, down from the prior week show’s 1,352,000 viewers.

It drew a 0.32 rating in the 18-49 demographic, same as the prior week show’s rating.

In terms of notable sports competition, the College Football game of Washington vs. Purdue drew 2,950,000 viewers on FOX.

Last year’s SmackDown on October 17, 2025 drew 1,180,000 viewers and a 0.28 rating on USA Network. The October 18, 2024 episode drew 1,378,000 viewers and a 0.42 rating on USA Network.

Source: Wrestlenomics