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About Anthony Rivardo

Anthony Rivardo is the Managing Editor and lead New York Giants Writer/Content Creator for Empire Sports Media. He is a co-host on 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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Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) celebrate after a sack against the Washington Commandersduring the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images
2024-09-12

Giants’ star pass rusher not intimidated by new-look Commanders: ‘They’re not really a rival’

The New York Giants are in desperate need of a bounce-back win in Week 2 after suffering an embarrassing defeat…
Oct 22, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) is pressured by New York Giants safety Isaiah Simmons (19) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-12

Giants’ versatile linebacker shocked by ‘confusing’ lack of playing time in Week 1

The New York Giants made a surprising personnel decision in Week 1, phasing linebacker/defensive back Isaiah Simmons out of the…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2024-09-11

Giants’ forgotten speedy wideout expected to play increased role in Week 2

The New York Giants are dealing with an injury in their receiving corps which could pave the way for an…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-11

Giants’ scrutinized pass-rusher due for huge bounce-back performance in Week 2

The New York Giants are in need of a critical bounce-back performance from several of their key players in Week…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (31) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-10

3 silver linings from the Giants’ Week 1 disappointment

The New York Giants got embarrassed by a Sam Darnold-led Minnesota Vikings team in Week 1, but it wasn’t all…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-10

Giants’ starting safety send message to the fans: ‘We’re going to turn this around’

It’s been a rough couple of days for New York Giants fans. The season got off to an overwhelmingly disappointing…
Oct 22, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Isaiah Simmons (19) warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-10

The Giants made an inexplicable personnel decision in Week 1

Throughout the summer, the New York Giants held an open competition for their starting cornerback job opposite Deonte Banks. Concern…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws the ball during the first half against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2024-09-09

Giants confirm Daniel Jones will start Week 2 despite disaster in season opener

Despite his poor Week 1 performance, the New York Giants are rolling into Week 2 with Daniel Jones as their…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) is unable to catch a pass as Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman (51) pursues during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-09

The Giants are completely disregarding their speedy wide receiver

Much excitement was generated this summer around the New York Giants’ revamped receiving corps. But in Week 1, the unit…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws a pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-08

Giants’ Brian Daboll never considered benching struggling Daniel Jones in Week 1

The New York Giants got embarrassed in Week 1 as the Minnesota Vikings marched to a 28–6 victory. The Giants’…