Barstool Chicago
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240,218
Followers
1,190
Following
20,610
Tweets
377.0
Avg Engagement
735
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @barstoolchicago's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2017-02-24
- Verification:No
- Location:Chicago, IL
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:333.3
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:43.7
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account maintains high engagement with an average of 12,579 likes and 1,078 retweets per tweet. Its content is well-received, indicating a strong connection with its followers.
333.3
Avg Likes/Tweet
43.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
1,083,067
Total Likes
142,050
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
71
Median Likes
6
Median Retweets
302
75th Percentile
41,584
Top Tweet
1.57
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
65.2%
Original
2.6%
Replies
28.3%
Retweets
3.9%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.1%
With Media
89.6%
With Links
4.6%
With #Tags
52.8%
With @Mentions
6.3%
With Emojis
94
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.04
Reply/Original Ratio
0.14
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
78.8%
Weekday Posts
21.2%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 921 retweets (28% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,250 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe audience is primarily interested in local Chicago news, humor, and entertainment. They are likely younger, tech-savvy individuals who enjoy casual and relatable content.
Average
Audience Quality
26.7%
Suspicion Index
36.6%
Low-Quality %
22
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
49.0%
Empty Bio
33.6%
<10 Tweets
7.4%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
55.0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
91.8%
No URL
24.3%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
31,360,253
Total Potential Reach
22
Median Follower Reach
116
75th Percentile Reach
2.8%
>1K followers
0.3%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.0%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
45.4%
Creators
22,676 accounts
21.0%
Consumers
10,509 accounts
33.6%
Dormant
16,815 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
688
Verified Followers
0.68% of total
15,163
Protected Accounts
15.01% of total
6 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,100,249 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @SinghLions | 1,334,255 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @BrianDEvans | 1,157,716 | Entrepreneur | NFTs, Crypto, Digital Marketing |
| @mkraju | 636,012 | Journalist | Politics, Chicago sports, Wisconsin Badgers |
| @BSSportsbook | 535,082 | - | - |
| @patbev21 | 443,531 | Basketball Player | Basketball, Defense, Hustle |
| @calebpressley | 436,151 | Influencer | crypto, investing, humor |
| @barstoolmemes | 422,449 | Sports Media | Sports, Common Man, Entertainment |
| @CortesSteve | 416,427 | News Anchor | News, Trump, Hispanic |
| @paulsperry_ | 354,528 | Journalist | Investigative journalism, National security, Author |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
54,467
Followers With Bio
46,523
Followers Without Bio
53.93%
% With Bio
46.07%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed162,406
Combined Engagement
113,030
Total Likes
49,376
Total Retweets
32,481
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
20%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
“I just felt a 300 lb guy come on my back…..woah, pause” https://t.co/kCHnuLra3N
RT @justnfields: Y’all hit that retweet button for me. Appreciate y’all!! #ProBowlVote #DaBears @justnfields https://t.co/BzflWaYoiH
Just a terrible scene in Chicago Heights this morning https://t.co/sOyM79L85O
We know a guy who can do that too https://t.co/03oxZGDKNe https://t.co/L2IdPHQwXF
This week’s forecast: BEAR WEATHER https://t.co/z2orRv5JXj
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account uses humor and relatable scenarios to connect with its audience. It leverages its association with Barstool Sports to enhance credibility and reach. It frequently shares local news and events, which helps maintain relevance and engagement.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 240,218
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @barstoolchicago reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 240,218 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 377.0 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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