Illinois State Football
8 FCS Playoff Appearances | 2014 FCS National Runner-up
27,287
Followers
273
Following
11,708
Tweets
53.8
Avg Engagement
135
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @RedbirdFB'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:2015-01-25
- Verification:No
- Location:Normal, Illinois
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,245
- Avg Likes per Tweet:42.0
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:11.8
- Followers Analyzed:24,424
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,245 tweetsThe account consistently receives a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. Its content is well-received, with a mix of nostalgic and current posts driving engagement.
42.0
Avg Likes/Tweet
11.8
Avg Retweets/Tweet
136,244
Total Likes
38,357
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
17
Median Likes
4
Median Retweets
70
75th Percentile
1,369
Top Tweet
1.97
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Long Tail
Engagement Pattern
Mix of hits and regular posts
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
66.9%
Original
4.3%
Replies
16.7%
Retweets
12.1%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
77.5%
With Links
53.8%
With #Tags
62.1%
With @Mentions
34.1%
With Emojis
137
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.06
Reply/Original Ratio
0.72
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
46.4%
Weekday Posts
53.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,245 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 542 retweets (17% 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 3,245 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 24,424 followersThe audience likely includes college football fans, especially those interested in FCS teams and historical moments. It also attracts followers who appreciate sports storytelling and visuals.
Good
Audience Quality
13.8%
Suspicion Index
13.9%
Low-Quality %
182
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
22.0%
Empty Bio
10.6%
<10 Tweets
18.7%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
20.0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
65.2%
No URL
5.8%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
39,843,981
Total Potential Reach
182
Median Follower Reach
407
75th Percentile Reach
8.2%
>1K followers
0.7%
>10K followers
0.1%
>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).
65.6%
Creators
16,023 accounts
23.8%
Consumers
5,803 accounts
10.6%
Dormant
2,598 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):
122
Verified Followers
0.5% of total
2,246
Protected Accounts
9.2% of total
7 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 | 14,106,765 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @verified | 4,201,492 | - | - |
| @BeatsByAssassin | 2,267,168 | Multitalented | Actor, Director, Rapper |
| @6BillionPeople | 2,038,810 | - | - |
| @LeBronJames | 1,006,914 | - | - |
| @Jaguars | 825,622 | Sports Team | Football, Jaguars, NFL |
| @SenatorDurbin | 741,105 | Politician | Illinois, Majority Whip, Judiciary |
| @CoachSchuman | 589,435 | Football Coach | Football, Recruiting, Motivation |
| @StubHub | 226,785 | Ticketing | concerts, sports, theater |
| @philsteele042 | 141,817 | College Football Analyst | College football, awards, voting |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
19,044
Followers With Bio
5,380
Followers Without Bio
77.97%
% With Bio
22.03%
% 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 3,245 analyzed5,273
Combined Engagement
3,464
Total Likes
1,809
Total Retweets
1,055
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
60%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @Jaguars: 🚨GIVEAWAY🚨 RT for a chance to win a cleat signed by the @NFL's rookie scrimmage yards leader, @Robinson_jamess #ProBowlVote https://t.co/1SkmehH9IJ
How it started: How it's going: https://t.co/6ESCTL1zQp
Ever seen a 6’10” tackle lay out for a 2 point conversion? #SCtop10 https://t.co/916jvEZpX4
Congrats to our very own @Robinson_jamess, the #NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month‼️ #NFLBirds https://t.co/lmjZYcY9cp
Red is our favorite color😍 https://t.co/lDk1qOQCNj
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account uses storytelling to connect with its audience, sharing personal and team milestones. Visual content, such as videos and images, plays a key role in engagement. Hashtags and links are used effectively to drive traffic and highlight specific moments.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 27,287
- + 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 @RedbirdFB reveals an growing Twitter presence with 27,287 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 53.8 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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