Bri Amaranthus

Joined: Nov 5, 2020

Bri Amaranthus is an Emmy-winning sports reporter with over 15 years of experience in television, radio, podcasting, and digital sports journalism. She has been with the Sports Illustrated Network for six 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.

Oct 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) warms up prior to the game against the Michigan Wolverines at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans have a penalty problem and coach Lincoln Riley is not in denial. Before facing another ranked opponent in the Michigan Wolverines, can the Trojans fix their mistakes and right the ship? USC is one of the most penalized teams in college foo

Aug 10, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) takes the field against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and coach Ben Johnson are under fire because Johnson elected not to play Williams in their first NFL preseason game. Chicago fans are disappointed to not see their second-year quarterback get reps but one NFL insid

Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander (90) gestures during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Former USC Trojans and Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Bear Alexander transferred to the Oregon Ducks to play for coach Dan Lanning following the 2024 season. Despite a negative narrative surround the former 5-star recruit, Lanning has been impressed w

Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; Kirk Herbstreit on the ESPN Gameday set at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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College football analyst Kirk Herbstreit addresses the USC Trojans success and their impact on college football. USC has yet to make a College Football Playoff appearance and is coming off a 7-6 season. Can USC coach Lincoln Riley turn it around this seas

Jul 10, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) dribbles against Los Angeles Lakers guard RJ Davis (26) and guard DaJaun Gordon (45) in the first quarter of their game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg made his NBA Summer League debut vs. the Los Angeles Lakers and guard Bronny James in Las Vegas. Flagg was unimpressed with his own performance but Bronny commented on Flagg's power and size after a heated game between two

Jun 27, 2025; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks first overall pick Cooper Flagg speaks to the media during a press conference at the Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg makes his NBA Summer League debut vs. the Los Angeles Lakers and guard Bronny James in Las Vegas on Thursday July 10, and will be broadcast on ESPN at 5 p.m. PT. The highly-anticipated debut is between two of the most

Nov 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley signals to the offense during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Four-star wide receiver recruit Jalen Lott committed to the Oregon Ducks over the USC Trojans and Texas Longhorns. Landing Lott would have been a huge get for USC coach Lincoln Riley, after four-star Ethan "Boobie" Feaster committed to the Trojans.

Dec 27, 2023; San Diego, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley (right) celebrates with wide receiver Makai Lemon (24) after the Holiday Bowl against the Louisville Cardinals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans football schedule is taking shape for the 2025 season. The times and TV broadcast have been announced for a handful of games this season as coach Lincoln Riley looks to contend in the Big Ten Conference. USC has looming matchups vs. Notre

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian raises the trophy as the Texas Longhorns celebrate their 39-31 double overtime win over the Arizona State Sun Devils in the Peach Bowl College Football Playoff quarterfinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, Jan. 1, 2025.

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One of the most highly-touted recruits has decommited from the USC Trojans. Five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin will open his recruitment back up and is considering SEC schools like the Georgia Bulldogs, Alabama Crimson Tide, Texas Longhorns and Tennessee

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Auburn Tigers guard Chad Baker-Mazara (10) reacts after making a basket against the Florida Gators in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans landed a big star in the transfer portal from the Auburn Tigers. Guard Chad Baker-Mazara announced he will transfer to USC in a huge momentum swinging addition for the Trojans and coach Eric Musselman.

Apr 1, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; McDonald's All American West guard Alijah Arenas (16) dribbles the ball during the first half of the game McDonald's All American East at Barclays Center.

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USC Trojans basketball commit Alijah Arenas was in a car accident on Thursday. He was taken to the hospital and placed into an induced coma, after crashing in a Tesla Cybertruck according to reports. Alijah Arenas is the son of Gilbert Arenas, an 11-year

Mar 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard JuJu Watkins (12) grabs her knee after falling to the floor during an NCAA Tournament second round game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans star guard JuJu Watkins tore the ACL in her right knee and will undergo season-ending surgery. The Trojans' odds to win the NCAA Tournament plummeted after the injury as UConn and South Carolina are favorites to win the National Championship.

Bri Amaranthus

Joined: Nov 5, 2020

Lincoln Riley Issues Warning to Big Ten About USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava

Lincoln Riley Gets Real As Prized USC Freshmen Turn Heads Early

Notre Dame, USC Announce Kick Off Time Amid Severe Weather Threat

USC vs. Notre Dame Betting Odds Shift Hours Before Kickoff As Severe Weather Looms

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USC Fans Will Love What Lincoln Riley Said About Trojans' Penalty Problem

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NFL Insider's Urgent Message About Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson

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USC, Georgia Transfer Gets Glowing Reviews From Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning

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What Kirk Herbstreit Said About USC Trojans Success: 'Good For The Sport'

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Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg Surprises Bronny James After NBA Summer League Debut

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Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg vs. L.A. Lakers' Bronny James NBA Summer League: How To Watch

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4-Star Recruit Jalen Lott Announces Commitment Between USC, Oregon, Texas, LSU

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USC Trojans Schedule: Times, TV Broadcast Announced For Key Games

5-Star Recruit Xavier Griffin Talks Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama After USC Decommit

Auburn Star Chad Baker-Mazara Transfers To USC Trojans: Transfer Class Rankings Surge

TMZ Posts Chilling Video Of Alijah Arenas' Cybertruck Accident Before Coma

Updated NCAA Tournament Odds After USC Trojans' JuJu Watkins Season-Ending Injury