Tim Wood

Tim Wood is the NFL Editorial Chief at EssentiallySports, where he draws on more than three decades in sports media and 25 years covering the NFL. Over the course of his career, he has reported on some of the biggest moments in American sports, from multiple Super Bowls and World Series to NBA Finals and Stanley Cups. Beyond reporting, Tim has built his reputation as a newsroom leader, mentoring journalists and shaping editorial teams that deliver compelling coverage to millions of readers. He served as Managing Editor at Bleacher Report during its formative growth years, helping steer the platform into one of the most influential voices in digital sports media. There, he launched and managed nationwide coverage teams, played a key role in creating the signature Team Stream app, and helped design B/R’s social media-forward content strategy. His career also includes senior editorial roles at Sports Illustrated, MLB.com, and Deadspin, as well as a tenure as Publications Director for the New York Yankees under George Steinbrenner. Tim further expanded his impact at Morris Communications, where he directed editorial operations and launched new sports-focused publications. Beyond these major platforms, he founded Over Medium Media, developing hyperlocal news outlets and digital shows, and later guided editorial expansion at TravelPulse.com. He has also contributed columns for Forbes, where he explored the business and cultural dimensions of sports. At EssentiallySports, Tim now applies this breadth of experience to directing the NFL desk, setting long-term coverage strategy, mentoring writers and editors, and ensuring the platform’s football reporting resonates with fans around the globe.