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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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New York Giants Eric Gray (20) celebrates after scoring touchdown in the second quarter
2024-05-17

Giants’ forgotten 2nd-year running back should not be slept on

The New York Giants overhauled their backfield this offseason following the departure of superstar running back Saquon Barkley in free…
Sep 9, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; UCLA Bruins linebacker Darius Muasau (New York Giants) (53) reacts against the San Diego State Aztecs during the first half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-17

Giants’ late-round rookie could provide quality linebacker depth in 2024

The New York Giants made a crucial late-round selection in this year’s draft to add quality depth to one of…
NFL: Los Angeles Rams at New York Giants
2024-05-16

Giants unveil new ‘Century Red’ throwback uniforms

The New York Giants have revealed a new set of alternate uniforms for the upcoming 2024 season. To commemorate the…
Feb 15, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) celebrates defenseman K'Andre Miller (79) goal against the Vancouver Canucks in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-16

Rangers testing familiar defensive pairings ahead of crucial Game 6

The New York Rangers are on a two-game losing streak, despite getting their postseason off to a red-hot 7-0 start.…
Dec 24, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws a touchdown pass during the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-16

Top 3 takeaways from the Giants’ new 2024 schedule

The New York Giants are entering their 100th season, aiming to improve on their 6-11 record from the previous campaign.…
Oct 22, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (25) celebrates after an interception against the Washington Commanders during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-15

Giants projected to have young and inexperienced, but promising secondary in 2024

The New York Giants are entering the 2024 season with an abundance of youth and inexperience starting in their defense.…
Aug 18, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws the ball during the first quarter as Carolina Panthers linebacker Amare Barno (90) pursues at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-15

Giants will face Panthers in historic Germany matchup this season

The New York Giants will be heading overseas to take on the Carolina Panthers in Germany this season on November…
New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field
2024-05-14

Giants’ star linebacker listed their ‘most underrated’ player by PFF

The New York Giants struck gold in free agency last offseason when they signed linebacker Bobby Okereke to a four-year,…
New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll walks on the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium
2024-05-14

Giants rank near the bottom of the NFL in ESPN’s latest power rankings

Confidence is lacking for the New York Giants as they prepare for the upcoming 2024 season following a disappointing result…
New York Rangers center Filip Chytil (72) skates against the Boston Bruins during the second period at TD Garden
2024-05-13

Rangers likely to be without Filip Chytil again in Game 5

The New York Rangers received a welcome surprise amidst their current postseason series with the Carolina Hurricanes when it was…