Though The CW consistently comes in last place in the ratings, there’s no denying that the viewers they do have are fiercely loyal and totally obsessed. But are they Emmy voters? Warner Bros. Entertainment seems to believe they are, because for the first time ever, The CW’s shows are being marketed for Emmy consideration.

In the most recent issue of Emmy Magazine, Warner Bros. launched the “OMFG FYC” campaign for its five CW-housed shows, officially submitting “The Vampire Diaries,” “Gossip Girl,” “One Tree Hill,” “Smallville” and “Supernatural” for consideration for Outstanding Drama Series.

“Supernatural” star Jensen Ackles is frequently touted by fans and critics as a possible Best Actor contender. Over the last two seasons, Ackles’ portrayal of a man who has literally spent 40 years in hell has certainly been heartbreaking and powerful at times. Unfortunately, there are also times that it’s been unreliable, occasionally due to inconsistent writing. WB appears to have high hopes for Ackles — they submitted “The End,” in which Jensen pulled double duty, playing Dean Winchester in 2009 and a wearier, tragedy-stricken Dean Winchester in 2014. The two interact throughout the episode, a feat for any actor. (They also submitted “Changing Channels,” which will certainly appeal to your average TV geek… and, thus, your average Emmy voter.)

Ackles’ skill is improving regularly, and he shows the mark of a true great: his co-stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins are markedly better when performing alongside him than they are on their own or with other scene partners. Does Ackles deserve an Emmy nomination this year?

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