Dan Wolken
National columnist @USATODAYSports, focusing on college football/basketball and other big stories. Send tips, ideas and requests to dwolken@usatoday.com
90.390
Followers
5.354
Following
194.016
Tweets
85,2
Avg Engagement
2.471
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @DanWolken'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:2009-03-12
- Verification:No
- Location:Atlanta
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3.250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:18,2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:67,1
- Followers Analyzed:10.000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3.250 tweetsOn average, his tweets receive a decent number of likes and retweets, indicating a moderate level of audience interaction. However, the engagement rate is not exceptionally high compared to top-tier accounts.
18,2
Avg Likes/Tweet
67,1
Avg Retweets/Tweet
58.994
Total Likes
218.054
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
4
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
21
75th Percentile
23.972
Top Tweet
0,94
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Commentator
Adds perspective to others content
36,2%
Original
19,6%
Replies
14,3%
Retweets
29,8%
Quotes
0,0%
Threads
0,2%
With Media
54,6%
With Links
1,2%
With #Tags
42,7%
With @Mentions
1,6%
With Emojis
120
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0,54
Reply/Original Ratio
2,08
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
68,2%
Weekday Posts
31,8%
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 466 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 includes sports fans, journalists, and individuals interested in college sports news and controversies. The content appeals to those seeking in-depth analysis and real-time updates on major events.
Average
Audience Quality
25,4%
Suspicion Index
28,4%
Low-Quality %
67
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
41,1%
Empty Bio
23,1%
<10 Tweets
19,9%
Mass Following (>2K)
0,0%
New (<90 days)
51,0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0,0%
New (<180 days)
86,6%
No URL
15,7%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
30.644.851
Total Potential Reach
67
Median Follower Reach
268
75th Percentile Reach
9,0%
>1K followers
1,6%
>10K followers
0,6%
>50K followers
0,3%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
59,0%
Creators
5.901 accounts
17,9%
Consumers
1.793 accounts
23,1%
Dormant
2.306 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):
192
Verified Followers
1.92% of total
980
Protected Accounts
9.8% 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 | 14.095.140 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @SinghLions | 1.330.436 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @PTI | 1.127.101 | Sports Journalist | Sports, Media, Television |
| @NOH8Campaign | 799.079 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
| @Moreno | 430.850 | Influencer | Business, Manager, Serious |
| @JasonKander | 368.429 | Politician | voting rights, veteran advocacy, family |
| @ClimateHuman | 338.949 | Climate Scientist | Climate science, Degrowth, Fossil fuels |
| @brikeilarcnn | 323.714 | Journalist | Army, mom, journalism |
| @DannySheridan1 | 321.482 | Handicapper | Sports Betting, Handicapping, Analysis |
| @Tennis | 317.270 | Sports Commentator | Tennis, Baseline, Podcasts |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5.890
Followers With Bio
4.110
Followers Without Bio
58.9%
% With Bio
41.1%
% 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 analyzed78.992
Combined Engagement
0
Total Likes
78.992
Total Retweets
15.798
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
100%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @xruiztru: 2,200 years old Gazintap Castle destroyed by the earthquake in Turkey. Before vs Now. https://t.co/vAtIWhmlsA
RT @espn: Breaking: Bronny James has committed to USC, he announced on Instagram. https://t.co/XuZDwLYuY6
RT @mikal_bridges: Omygod lol
RT @ShamsCharania: The Memphis Grizzlies have informed pending free agent Dillon Brooks that he will not be brought back under any circumstances, league sources say. Full story and details at @TheAthletic: https://t.co/CRztYTgYi7
RT @John_Fogerty: So deeply sad to hear about Tina Turner's passing… I loved her version of Proud Mary! It was different and fantastic. I was also so happy because she chose my song and it was her breakthrough record. https://t.co/pH1Qt8u25Y
Key Insights & Takeaways
His top tweets often focus on high-profile controversies and tragic events in college sports, such as the Alabama shooting incident. He emphasizes the importance of accountability and transparency from institutions following tragic events. Wolken's writing style is direct and critical, often highlighting the failures of athletic programs and their leadership.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 90.390
- + 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 @DanWolken reveals an growing Twitter presence with 90.390 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 85,2 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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