After the Sept 13, 1974 airing on NBC, these were the results. Chico and the Man finished #3 right behind All in the Family at #2 and above Sanford and Son at #5.

Note: Chico and the Man aired after Sanford and Son during season 1

Akron Beacon Journal, Sept 19, 1974, Phila Daily News Sept 13, 1974