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About Anthony Rivardo

Anthony Rivardo is the COO of Empire Sports Media and the host of Fireside Giants, a New York Giants podcast.
Anthony digitally reports on the New York Giants, covering the team with in-depth analysis, creative storytelling, and entertaining written features on a daily basis.
Anthony was raised on Long Island, New York before relocating to West Palm Beach, Florida and graduating from Stetson University in DeLand, Florida.
Anthony is a die-hard, life-long Giants fan and has been with ESM since 2018. You can follow Anthony on X: @Anthony_Rivardo

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Cam Skattebo, NFL: Washington Commanders at New York Giants
2026-03-16

Cam Skattebo gives promising injury update amidst recovery from dislocated ankle

While the New York Giants have spent the early spring scouring the NFL Draft for backfield reinforcements, the current cornerstone…
Mike Washington, giants, nfl draft
2026-03-16

NY Giants eyeing speedy mid-round running back from Arkansas in NFL Draft

The Giants sent scouts to watch Arkansas RB Mike Washington Jr. at his Pro Day. See how he could form…
Olaivavega Ioane, giants, nfl draft, NCAA Football: Fiesta Bowl-Penn State at Boise State
2026-03-15

NY Giants could address their weakness at guard with a blockbuster trade-down from No. 5 for Penn State’s Vega Ioane

The Giants still need a guard, and Penn State’s Vega Ioane is the perfect fit. Could Joe Schoen trade down…
NFL: Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers, giants, jordan stout
2026-03-14

John Harbaugh and the NY Giants are building a new, All-Pro identity on special teams

When John Harbaugh accepted the New York Giants’ head coaching job, the expectation was for him to instill a new…
L'Jarius Sneed, giants, NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at Tennessee Titans
2026-03-13

Could the NY Giants sign former All-Pro CB L’Jarius Sneed after shocking release from the Titans?

L'Jarius Sneed has been released by the Titans after two injury-plagued seasons. Should the Giants take a chance on the…
giants, brian burns
2026-03-13

NY Giants create $15M in cap space by restructuring Brian Burns’ contract

The Giants cleared $15.1M by restructuring Brian Burns, but don't expect more "big signings." See why this is about "operating…
Jeremiyah Love, giants, NCAA Football: Syracuse at Notre Dame
2026-03-12

NY Giants hosting RB Jeremiyah Love: Is drafting Notre Dame’s Heisman Finalist at No. 5 worth $36 million?

The Giants are having Notre Dame star Jeremiyah Love in for a visit. With Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr.…
Giants, Evan Neal, Daniel Faalele
2026-03-12

The NY Giants’ plan at right guard is confusing and dangerous

The Giants are pivoting away from "mid-tier" right guards in free agency and targeting the likes of Daniel Faalele and…
Joe Schoen, giants, NFL: Scouting Combine
2026-03-11

NY Giants reportedly done spending big despite lack of upgrades in the trenches

The Giants are reportedly done spending big and are shifting to more "modest" moves in free agency despite not upgrading…
Micah McFadden, NFL: New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles
2026-03-10

Why the NY Giants re-signing LB Micah McFadden on a ‘prove-it’ deal was a genius move

The Giants have re-signed LB Micah McFadden to a one-year, $3.75M deal. See why the deal is a crucial "buy-low"…