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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.

Dec 28, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) stands on the sidelines during the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
Football

Denver Broncos Quarterback Bo Nix Compared To Peyton Manning For Key Trait

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is getting comparisons to NFL legend Peyton Manning. Nix has become a recruiting tool for in Denver for NFL free agents, similar to Manning in 2012 when he signed in NFL Free Agency. Coach Sean Payton added key players th

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Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning and wife Sauphia beamed with pride and gratitude as he received the prestigious Stallings Award for humanitarianism at the Dallas Country Club on Tuesday evening.
Football

Dan Lanning Wows Peers, Wins Prestigious Stallings Award For Humanitarianism On Sentimental Evening

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning was awarded the prestigious Stallings Award for humanitarianism at the Dallas Country Club on a sentimental Tuesday evening. Lanning made history to become the first Oregon coach to win the award. Football legends Mack Brown

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Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel leaves the field after the win over Illinois at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Saturday, Oct 26, 2024.
Football

NFL Insider Reveals Cleveland Browns Depth Chart: Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns drafted two quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft in Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders. The Browns ranked Gabriel ahead of Sanders on their draft board, and now on their depth chart as the quarterback competition begins in offseason wo

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Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day (left) and Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning shake hands with the Leishman Trophy as a backdrop during the Rose Bowl head coaches press conference at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

Why 4-Star Recruit Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Committed To Ohio State Over Oregon Ducks, USC

Four-star receiver recruit Kayden Dixon-Wyatt announced his commitment on Sunday, May 4. Dixon-Wyatt chose the Ohio State Buckeyes over Oregon Ducks, USC Trojans, Texas Longhorns and Alabama Crimson Tide.

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Mar 21, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman speaks at a press conference with guard Jackson Shelstad (3) and center Nate Bittle (32) after defeating the Liberty Flames in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
Basketball

Oregon Ducks' Nate Bittle Snubbed From NBA Draft Combine: Maintains NCAA Eligibility

Oregon Ducks center Nate Bittle has not been invited to the NBA Draft combine ahead of the draft in June. Bittle declared for the NBA Draft in March but maintains one year of college eligibility, leaving the door open for a return to coach Dana Altman's D

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

Why Los Angeles Chargers GM 'Hates' Brilliant Quarterback Justin Herbert

Los Angeles Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz joked that he "hates" quarterback Justin Herbert because of how perfect he is. Hortiz addressed Herbert's intelligence and what makes him special as the Chargers enter year two under coach Jim Harbuagh.

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Oregon Ducks wide receiver tez johnson, MVP of Big Ten Championship game vs. Penn State
Football

Bo Nix Celebrates At Brother Tez Johnson's NFL Draft Party: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Rookie

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted former Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson with the No. 235 overall selection of the 2025 NFL Draft. Tampa Bay Assistant General Manager Rob McCartney reveals he has a plan for Johnson, who "lit up the room" in his form

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Aug 10, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (0) looks on during the first half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Football

Marcus Mariota Reveals Why He Did Netflix Quarterback Show: 'It Was Brutal'

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is a beloved Oregon Duck from Hawaii. Mariota is the first Hawaii-born athlete (and first Duck) to win the Heisman Trophy. Recently, Mariota was was the keynote speaker Boys and Girls Club Of Hawaii Youth

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Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Kenny Pickett (7) looks on during the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Football

Cleveland Browns Decline Kenny Pickett Contract Option After Drafting Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns are declining a $22.117M fifth-year option salary for quarterback Kenny Pickett in 2026. The Browns have a crowded quarterback room after drafting former Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel and former Colorado Buffaloes quarterbac

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Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius (65) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Football

Dallas Cowboys' Jerry Jones Addresses 'Outstanding' NFL Draft: Ajani Cornelius Position?

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones raved about the 2025 NFL Draft class. The Cowboys drafted former Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius, who is a great fit for the Cowboys to help protect quarterback Dak Prescott.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plan for former Oregon Ducks receiver Tez Johnson After NFL Draft
Football

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have Plan For 'Swiss Army Knife' Receiver Tez Johnson

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted former Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson with the No. 235 overall selection of the 2025 NFL Draft. Tampa Bay Assistant General Manager Rob McCartney reveals he has a plan for Johnson, who "lit up the room" in his form

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Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; University of Oregon offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius (OL09) answers questions at a press conference during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
Football

What Ajani Cornelius Said About Dallas Cowboys, Injury Update, Coach Junior Adams

The Dallas Cowboys drafted former Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius with the No. 204 overall selection of the 2025 NFL Draft. Cornelius will be reunited with former Oregon Ducks coach Junior Adams and gave an update on his health and versatil

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