David O'Brien
Ink-stained wretch and music snob. Chronicling major league baseball for 29 years, pleased to be doing it now covering the Braves for @TheAthletic.
121,138
Followers
1,013
Following
215,571
Tweets
137.0
Avg Engagement
3,544
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @DOBrienATL'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:2009-10-07
- Verification:No
- Location:Atlanta
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:107.4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:29.7
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsDOBrienATL's tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. Their content is well-received, with a consistent level of engagement across various topics.
107.4
Avg Likes/Tweet
29.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
348,917
Total Likes
96,395
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
31
Median Likes
3
Median Retweets
152
75th Percentile
21,108
Top Tweet
1.13
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
36.9%
Original
28.6%
Replies
20.2%
Retweets
14.3%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
45.5%
With Links
36.5%
With #Tags
42.9%
With @Mentions
2.2%
With Emojis
158
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0.77
Reply/Original Ratio
0.71
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
74.8%
Weekday Posts
25.2%
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 658 retweets (20% 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 10,000 followersThe audience primarily consists of baseball enthusiasts, particularly Braves fans, who seek detailed analysis and real-time updates. They also include general sports followers interested in MLB news and player stories.
Average
Audience Quality
26.6%
Suspicion Index
37.0%
Low-Quality %
27
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
50.9%
Empty Bio
32.5%
<10 Tweets
10.0%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
51.3%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
91.0%
No URL
23.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
23,663,673
Total Potential Reach
27
Median Follower Reach
138
75th Percentile Reach
4.5%
>1K followers
0.8%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
46.0%
Creators
4,601 accounts
21.5%
Consumers
2,154 accounts
32.5%
Dormant
3,245 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):
128
Verified Followers
1.28% of total
880
Protected Accounts
8.8% of total
5 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
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|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,093,668 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @MeridianoTV | 3,102,909 | - | - |
| @SinghLions | 1,331,088 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @zammit_marc | 386,567 | Filmmaker | Film, Acting, Producing |
| @cbouzy | 383,071 | Entrepreneur | coding, development, entrepreneurship |
| @RachelBitecofer | 154,675 | Political Scientist | Politics, Data, Strategy |
| @richsignorelli | 143,163 | Attorney | #Resist, #BLM, AnimalRights |
| @guillearcay | 114,594 | Periodista Deportivo | Sports, Journalism, Broadcasting |
| @DMashak | 106,250 | Political Commentator | Constitution, Conservative, Military |
| @9_volt_ | 96,944 | Musician | Technology, Gaming, Music |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
4,908
Followers With Bio
5,092
Followers Without Bio
49.08%
% With Bio
50.92%
% 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 analyzed38,164
Combined Engagement
8,122
Total Likes
30,042
Total Retweets
7,633
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
40%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @AMAZlNGNATURE: Penguins chasing a butterfly.. 😊 https://t.co/y0UV01ze7X
During a Padres pitching change tonight in Atlanta. #Braves https://t.co/IavZmRB7Sd
RT @bubbaprog: AS CALLED ON JAPANESE TV: https://t.co/g2KcTBua4B
Chip Caray is leaving the #Braves TV broadcast booth for a similar position with the Cardinals, sources have told The Athletic. Caray, son of the late Braves broadcaster Skip Caray, was raised in St. Louis and is the grandson of legendary former Cardinals broadcaster Harry Caray.
RT @Super70sSports: Let’s all watch Larry Bird fight the fucking Detroit Pistons for a minute … https://t.co/VQJwO6wwZO
Key Insights & Takeaways
DOBrienATL often highlights key moments in games and player interactions, providing fans with unique perspectives. They frequently share behind-the-scenes information and updates from their time at The Athletic. Their content is a mix of professional analysis and personal commentary, making it relatable and engaging.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 121,138
- + 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 @DOBrienATL reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 121,138 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 137.0 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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