Pete Sampson
Notre Dame beat writer for The Athletic. Co-host of The Independent. Husband, father, DePauw grad, ND Law alum by marriage. This is supposed to be fun. #YNWA
77,406
Followers
1,729
Following
68,268
Tweets
258.2
Avg Engagement
1,079
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @PeteSampson_'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: Mid-Tier (10K+)
- Account Age:2009-04-07
- Verification:No
- Location:[email protected]
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:194.2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:64.0
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsHis tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction and interest in his content. The consistent engagement suggests a loyal and active follower base that values his perspective and updates.
194.2
Avg Likes/Tweet
64.0
Avg Retweets/Tweet
631,057
Total Likes
207,932
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
74
Median Likes
4
Median Retweets
286
75th Percentile
70,588
Top Tweet
3.34
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
47.5%
Original
22.9%
Replies
14.5%
Retweets
15.1%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
41.6%
With Links
3.9%
With #Tags
41.5%
With @Mentions
3.4%
With Emojis
154
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0.48
Reply/Original Ratio
1.05
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
65.1%
Weekday Posts
34.9%
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 470 retweets (14% 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 followersHis audience primarily consists of Notre Dame football fans and sports enthusiasts who appreciate in-depth analysis and real-time updates. The content also appeals to those interested in sports journalism and behind-the-scenes insights.
Average
Audience Quality
25.0%
Suspicion Index
32.0%
Low-Quality %
49
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
43.5%
Empty Bio
30.3%
<10 Tweets
14.4%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
44.7%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
84.0%
No URL
20.4%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
21,201,344
Total Potential Reach
49
Median Follower Reach
198
75th Percentile Reach
4.8%
>1K followers
0.8%
>10K followers
0.3%
>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).
43.5%
Creators
4,349 accounts
26.2%
Consumers
2,620 accounts
30.3%
Dormant
3,031 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):
159
Verified Followers
1.59% of total
902
Protected Accounts
9.02% of total
4 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 | 14,096,652 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @ZachBoychuk | 826,934 | Hockey Player | Hockey, Meme/NFT Trading, Ethereum |
| @EvanKirstel | 348,818 | Tech Influencer | Tech, B2B, Social media |
| @evansilva | 221,928 | Sports Analyst | dad, football, fantasy sports |
| @Schultz_Report | 200,416 | Sports Analyst | Sports, Analysis, Podcasts |
| @Alex_Flanagan | 191,636 | Sports Broadcaster | Sports, Broadcasting, Parenting |
| @Ugaman01 | 163,913 | Digital Strategist | Digital Strategy, Building Future, Music |
| @thecoachtube | 159,415 | Sports coaching | sports, coaching, potential |
| @travisa850 | 131,575 | Cannabis Advocate | Cannabis, GreenLove, Travel |
| @courosa | 130,718 | Professor | education, technology, research |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5,646
Followers With Bio
4,354
Followers Without Bio
56.46%
% With Bio
43.54%
% 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 analyzed105,589
Combined Engagement
6,444
Total Likes
99,145
Total Retweets
21,118
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
20%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
80%
With @Mentions
40%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @AdamSchefter: Tom Brady is retiring from football after 22 extraordinary seasons, multiple sources tell @JeffDarlington and me. More coming on https://t.co/rDZaVFhcDQ. https://t.co/6CHWmMlyXg
RT @LFC: You'll Never Walk Alone ❤
RT @rdlewis: NPR can confirm the death of longtime soccer sportswriter Grant Wahl (@GrantWahl). He died today in Doha, Qatar while covering the Argentina-Netherlands World Cup quarterfinal. Story to come.
RT @Lane_Kiffin: Did you lose a bet or something @CoachBrianKelly ?? This can’t be real. Photoshopped? Account hacked?? I mean …. https://t.co/HvhOo2AcIZ
Marcus Freeman now has as many Top 5 wins in his first season as Brian Kelly had in all 12 seasons at Notre Dame.
Key Insights & Takeaways
PeteSampson_ focuses on significant moments in Notre Dame football, such as historic game performances and coaching milestones. He often highlights key players and coaches, providing context and analysis that resonate with fans. His personal touch and humor make his content more relatable and engaging to a broader audience.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 77,406
- + 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 @PeteSampson_ reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 77,406 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 258.2 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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