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Bri Amaranthus

Bri Amaranthus

Joined: May 4, 2024

Bri Amaranthus is an Emmy-winning sports reporter with over 12 years of experience in television, radio, podcasting, and digital sports journalism. She has been with Sports Illustrated for four years, providing breaking news, exclusive interviews, and analysis on the NFL, college sports, and the NBA. Prior to joining SI, Bri hosted NBC Sports Northwest's prime-time television show, where she also served as the Oregon beat reporter and created content covering both the NBA and college sports. Throughout her career, Bri has achieved significant milestones, including covering major events like the NBA Finals, NFL playoffs, College Football Playoff, NCAA Basketball Tournament, NFL Draft, and the NFL Combine. She earned a D1 scholarship to play softball at the University of San Diego and won two state softball titles in high school in Oregon. In addition to her Emmy win for NBC's All-Star Coach special, she has received multiple Emmy nominations, highlighting her dedication and talent in sports journalism.

Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson believes the Ducks and coach Dan Lanning will win the College Football Playoff National Championship soon.
Football

Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dante Moore Has 'Keys To Lamborghini' Says Terrance Ferguson

Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore has "keys to the Lamborghini" says his former teammate Terrance Ferguson. Ferguson is confident that Moore can lead coach Dan Lanning's Ducks due to his unique arm strength. Ferguson predicts a National Championship

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Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon tight end Terrance Ferguson (TE08) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

EXCLUSIVE: NFL Draft 'Sleeper' Terrance Ferguson Reveals Which NFL Teams He’s Met With Before Draft

Former Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson details NFL meetings with the Denver Broncos, Tennessee Titans, New York Jets and Carolina Panthers in an exclusive interview before the NFL Draft. Ferguson and Denver quarterback Bo Nix have been working ou

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Oregon running backs Bucky Irving, left, and Noah Whittington work out during spring practice with the Ducks in Eugene, Ore. Thursday, April, 13, 2023. Sports Oregon Spring Practice
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Oregon Ducks Freshman Running Back Dierre Hill's 'Superpower' Speed: Spring Football

Oregon Ducks true freshman running back Dierre Hill has a superpower that is standing out in spring football practices. Oregon running back Noah Whittington says Hill's elite speed could be a big problem for opposing Big Ten conference defenses. A 4-star

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Oregon Ducks transfer from Louisville, tight end Jamari Johnson.
Football

Oregon Ducks ‘Humongous’ Transfer Jamari Johnson Standing Out In Spring Football

Oregon Ducks transfer tight end Jamari Johnson is standing out at spring football practice after the Ducks landed him in the portal from Louisville. Johnson is a former 4-star recruit who was highly-coveted from Inglewood, Calif.

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Jan 23, 2016; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks mascot stand with Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota and Chicago Bears Center Hroniss Grasu at the end of the game against the UCLA Bruins at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-Imagn Images
Football

Marcus Mariota Visits Eugene, Meets Oregon Ducks' Elite Running Back Recruit Tradarian Ball

Oregon Ducks legendary quarterback Marcus Mariota met Texas four-star running back recruit Tradarian Ball in Eugene. The elite recruit is committed to Oregon and shut down his recruitment, and will not visit other schools. The Texas Longhorns, Georgia Bul

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Dec 22, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) reacts on the field before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
News

Tyreek Hill Trade To Los Angeles Chargers Or Dallas Cowboys? NFL Draft Day Trade Link

NFL Draft day trade rumors are buzzing around Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill, who has fueled the speculation with social media posts. The Los Angeles Chargers are linked with Hill to play with quarterback Justin Herbert, as are the Dallas Cowboys.

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New co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach Chris Hampton, right, joins the first practice of spring for Oregon football as they prepare for the 2023 season. Eug 031623 Uo Spring Fb 06
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Oregon Ducks Freshmen Na'eem Offord, Brandon Finney, Dorian Brew Standing Out At Spring Practice

After Oregon Ducks spring football practice, Co-Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach Chris Hampton evaluated transfer safety Jadon Canady and the three true freshman cornerbacks (Na'eem Offord, Brandon Finney, Dorian Brew.)

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Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
Football

New York Jets' Breece Hall Trade To L.A. Chargers Or Baltimore Ravens? NFL Rumors

The New York Jets could potentially trade running back Breece Hall. Are the Los Angeles Chargers, quarterback Justin Herbert and Jim Harbaugh a trade candidate for Hall after signing running back Najee Harris? The Baltimore Ravens are also a possible fit.

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Dec 19, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms up prior to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Football

NFL Coaches Judge Denver Broncos Quarterback Bo Nix And Sean Payton's Future

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is judged and evaluated by AFC rival head coaches at the NFL Annual Meeting in Palm Beach. The former Oregon Duck quarterback Nix and coach Sean Payton are highly respected amongst their peers for their NFL playoff ru

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Nov 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley, left, and Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talk before a game at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Football

USC Flips Oregon Ducks 4-Star Commit Tomuhini Topui: Updated Recruiting Class Rankings

The USC Trojans have flipped the commitment of 4-star defensive lineman recruit Tomuhini Topui, who de-committed from the Oregon Ducks last week. Topui visited USC and coach Lincoln Riley the same day he de-committed from Oregon. Oregon's 2026 recruiting

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Jan 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) reacts toward Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) after scoring a basket during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Basketball

LeBron James, Dillon Brooks Going Viral For Strange Defensive Tactic In Lakers Win Over Houston

Los Angles Lakers star LeBron James and Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks are going viral for Brooks' strange defensive tactic during Monday night's game. James and the former Oregon Ducks star have a heated history as rivals.

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Feb 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) dribbles against Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
Basketball

NBA Referees Questioned For Dillon Brooks Ejection, Kevin Durant Fight: Injury Update

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks was ejected on Sunday night after a scuffle with Phoenix Suns' star Kevin Durant. NBA referees are being questioned for the foul call on Brooks. Later, Durant suffered an ankle injury and did not return to the game.

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