WWE SmackDown (10/2) Viewership Ticks Down Slightly, Rating Remains Consistent

The viewership numbers and rating points for last week’s edition of WWE SmackDown have been revealed.

According to Wrestlenomics, the October 2, 2026, edition of Friday Night SmackDown drew 1.25 million viewers on USA Network. The show marked a 1 percent dip in viewership compared to the previous week, which drew 1.263 million viewers.

The show retained its rating in the crucial 18 to 49 demographic from the previous week, i.e., 0.27.

Last week’s WWE SmackDown featured the main roster in-ring debut of Blake Monroe, who defeated Giulia in a highly physical contest.

The show was headlined by the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match Triple Threat Qualifier, where Kevin Owens defeated Cody Rhodes and Johnny Gargano to secure his spot in the gimmick match on October 10.