Looking for the best Bluesky NFL starter packs to follow football writers, analysts, and team accounts? You're in the right place. With the NFL season in full swing and the playoffs approaching, Bluesky has become a hub for football discussion—and over 175 NFL starter packs make it easy to find the best accounts to follow.
Whether you want breaking news from Ian Rapoport, analysis from Mina Kimes, fantasy advice from Matthew Berry, or coverage of your favorite team, this guide covers the best NFL starter packs on Bluesky to build your perfect football feed.
What Are Bluesky NFL Starter Packs?
Starter packs are curated collections of Bluesky accounts that you can follow with a single click. For NFL fans, they're the fastest way to build a feed full of football content without searching for accounts one by one.
NFL starter packs typically include:
- NFL reporters – Breaking news and insider information
- Analysts – Game breakdowns, film study, and expert takes
- Beat reporters – Team-specific coverage and local insights
- Official team accounts – Direct updates from NFL franchises
- Fantasy football experts – Start/sit advice and waiver wire picks
- Podcasters – Long-form football discussion
Best Overall NFL Starter Packs
These packs offer broad NFL coverage with top journalists, analysts, and personalities:
Mina Kimes' NFL Bluesky
ESPN analyst Mina Kimes curates one of the most popular NFL starter packs on Bluesky. Described as "Essential follows for NFL fans," this regularly-updated pack includes top reporters and analysts like Andrew Callahan, Matt Harmon, Nate Taylor, Matthew Berry, Mike Reiss, and Nicki Jhabvala. If you only follow one NFL starter pack, make it this one.
NFL News by Robot Monkey Pants
With 89 accounts covering National Football League news and information, this comprehensive pack includes major names like Ian Rapoport, Dianna Russini, Steve Wyche, Benjamin Solak, and Nate Tice. Essential for staying on top of breaking news, trades, and league updates.
NFL Media by Jon Naylor
"Regularly updated list of journalists, beat reporters, podcasters and analysts" – This 30-account pack focuses on quality over quantity, featuring Field Yates, Benjamin Solak, Mina Kimes, Nate Tice, and Sheil Kapadia.
NFL on BlueSky by Damon Wolfe
"Coverage and analysis with insiders and team accounts" – A balanced mix of breaking news sources and team-level coverage.
Great NFL People by Brad Bolt
A curated selection of excellent NFL personalities on Bluesky—the accounts that make football discussion worth following.
NFL Draft & Analysis Starter Packs
For those who want deeper analysis, film breakdowns, and draft coverage:
Matt Miller's NFL Draft Starter Pack
"For all the draft fans!" – Matt Miller, one of the most respected draft analysts in football media, curates this pack of draft-focused accounts. He also maintains an NFL Draft Feed you can pin to your home screen for year-round draft coverage.
Former Football Outsiders Writers by Aaron Schatz
Aaron Schatz created a starter pack of former Football Outsiders writers—some of the most analytically-minded football writers in the business. Essential for fans who love advanced stats and deep-dive analysis.
NFL Starter Pack by J. Barry
"Everything NFL. General NFL accounts to include analysis accounts along with individual team accounts." A 34-account pack blending analysis with team coverage.
Fantasy Football Starter Packs
Build your fantasy football brain trust with these packs:
Fantasy Football's Starter Pack
The official fantasy football starter pack featuring analysts, experts, and fantasy-focused content creators. Essential for weekly start/sit decisions and waiver wire advice.
Condensed Fantasy Football by Pete Davidson
"Fantasy sites and analysts who are actually doing fantasy posting on Bluesky" – A focused pack of accounts actively creating fantasy content, not just occasional fantasy mentions.
NFL & Fantasy Football by GabsMafra
Brazilian and US football coverage with fantasy content in both English and Portuguese—great for international NFL fans.
Team-Specific NFL Starter Packs
Follow your favorite team with dedicated starter packs:
Dallas Cowboys Starter Pack
"Building a list of Cowboys Twitter to enjoy on BlueSky" – For America's Team fans migrating from other platforms.
Chicago Bears / Windy City Gridiron
Chicago Bears content from Windy City Gridiron and 2nd City Gridiron podcast creators. In-depth Bears coverage from dedicated local media.
BillsMafia Starter Pack
"Local and National Reporting on the Bills" – Essential follows for Buffalo Bills fans, from beat reporters to national coverage.
Bucs Bluesky by J Kanno
"Essential Bucs follows on Bluesky" – Tampa Bay Buccaneers coverage from local and national sources.
Raiders fans, writers and NFL people
Las Vegas Raiders-focused pack with fans, writers, and NFL personalities covering the Silver and Black.
NFL Reporters & Analysts on Bluesky
Many top NFL personalities are now active on Bluesky. Here are some of the biggest names you'll find in these starter packs:
National NFL Reporters
- Ian Rapoport – NFL Network insider, breaking news
- Dianna Russini – The Athletic NFL reporter
- Mina Kimes – ESPN NFL analyst
- Steve Wyche – NFL Network reporter
- Mike Reiss – ESPN Patriots reporter
- Nicki Jhabvala – Washington Post NFL writer
Analysts & Podcasters
- Benjamin Solak – The Ringer NFL analyst
- Nate Tice – The Athletic analyst
- Sheil Kapadia – The Ringer NFL writer
- Matt Harmon – Fantasy analyst, Yahoo Sports
- Field Yates – ESPN fantasy analyst
- Matt Miller – NFL Draft analyst
Fantasy Football Experts
- Matthew Berry – NBC Sports fantasy analyst
- Field Yates – ESPN fantasy football
- Matt Harmon – Reception Perception creator
Finding More NFL Starter Packs
The starter packs above are just the beginning. Here's how to discover more NFL content on Bluesky:
Starter Pack Directories
- NFL Starter Packs – Over 175 NFL-specific packs
- American Football Packs – 200+ football starter packs
- NFL News Packs – 29+ news-focused collections
- NFL Teams Packs – 15+ team-specific starter packs
- NFL Analysis Packs – Deep-dive and analytics accounts
- Super Bowl Packs – 16+ packs for the big game
Search on Bluesky
Search these terms directly on Bluesky:
- "NFL starter pack"
- "[Team name] starter pack" (e.g., "Eagles starter pack")
- "fantasy football starter pack"
- "NFL draft starter pack"
- "football writers starter pack"
How NFL Content Helps You Grow on Bluesky
If you're looking to grow your Bluesky following, NFL content offers unique opportunities:
Why Sports Content Gets Engagement
- Real-time discussion – Game threads drive massive engagement during live events
- Passionate communities – NFL fans actively engage, repost, and build connections
- Breaking news cycles – Trades, injuries, and signings create engagement spikes
- Weekly content rhythm – The NFL schedule creates predictable content opportunities
Strategies for NFL Engagement
- Follow starter packs – Connect with established NFL accounts
- Live-post during games – Share reactions, analysis, and highlights
- Engage with reporters – Reply to breaking news with thoughtful takes
- Use NFL hashtags – Monitor trending hashtags during games
- Share fantasy advice – Weekly start/sit recommendations drive engagement
- Create team-specific content – Passionate fanbases engage heavily with team content
Creating Your Own NFL Starter Pack
Found great NFL accounts? Share them with others by creating your own starter pack:
- Go to your Profile on Bluesky
- Tap Starter Packs
- Tap Create a Starter Pack
- Add a descriptive name like "Seahawks Beat Writers" or "NFL Analytics Experts"
- Add accounts you recommend
- Write a description explaining the focus
- Share the pack to help other NFL fans
Creating quality starter packs is itself a growth strategy—people follow curators who help them find great content.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best NFL starter packs on Bluesky?
The best NFL starter packs include Mina Kimes' NFL Bluesky pack featuring top analysts and reporters, Matt Miller's NFL Draft Starter Pack for draft coverage, the NFL News pack with 89 accounts covering league news, and various team-specific packs for Cowboys, Bears, Bills, Eagles, and more.
How do I find NFL accounts to follow on Bluesky?
Use NFL starter packs to quickly follow groups of football accounts. Search "NFL starter pack" on Bluesky, browse directories like blueskystarterpack.com, or follow packs created by prominent NFL personalities like Mina Kimes and Matt Miller.
Are NFL reporters and analysts on Bluesky?
Yes! Many top NFL reporters and analysts are active on Bluesky including Ian Rapoport, Mina Kimes, Dianna Russini, Benjamin Solak, Field Yates, Matthew Berry, Sheil Kapadia, Nate Tice, and numerous team beat reporters.
How many NFL starter packs are there on Bluesky?
There are over 175 NFL-specific starter packs on Bluesky, plus 200+ American football packs, 27+ NFL Football packs, 29+ NFL News packs, and 15+ team-specific packs. The number grows daily.
Can I find fantasy football starter packs on Bluesky?
Yes! The Fantasy Football Starter Pack and Condensed Fantasy Football pack include fantasy analysts, sites, and experts. Matthew Berry, Field Yates, and other fantasy analysts are also included in general NFL packs.
How do NFL starter packs help me grow my Bluesky following?
Following NFL starter packs connects you with active sports communities. Engaging with popular NFL content, replying to analysts, and participating in game threads helps you gain visibility. NFL content gets high engagement during games, making it a great way to grow your audience.
Follow Football on Bluesky
Bluesky has become a premier destination for NFL discussion, with hundreds of reporters, analysts, and passionate fans creating quality football content. Use the NFL starter packs above to quickly build a feed full of breaking news, expert analysis, fantasy advice, and team-specific coverage.
Whether you're following the playoff race, preparing for the NFL Draft, or managing your fantasy team, these starter packs connect you with the best football content on Bluesky. Start following, join the conversation, and become part of the growing NFL community on the platform.