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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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Dexter Lawrence and Kayvon Thibodeaux of the Giants sack Sam Howell of the Commanders in the first half. The NY Giants host the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium
2024-05-07

Giants’ pass-rush could be among the league’s best in 2024

The New York Giants made a blockbuster move to improve their pass rush this offseason, trading for Carolina Panthers star…
Sep 30, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Andru Phillips (23) (New York Giants) celebrates an incomplete pass intended for Florida Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (1) during the second quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports, new york giants
2024-05-07

PFF names Giants’ 3rd-round pick the best of the round

The New York Giants’ 2024 draft class has received high marks and has been praised for filling positions of need…
New York Giants offensive tackle Evan Neal (73) blocks San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium
2024-05-06

Giants: Is it too late for Evan Neal to turn things around?

The New York Giants are optimistic that their offensive line will improve in 2024 after they surrendered a disastrous 85…
Feb 25, 2020; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman speaks to the media during the 2020 NFL Combine in the Indianapolis Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-06

Former Giants GM Dave Gettleman takes shots at media ‘clowns’

The New York Giants have been operating under the leadership of general manager Joe Schoen for the last three offseasons…
Dec 30, 2023; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (New York Giants prospect) (15) drops back to pass against the Florida State Seminoles during the first half in the 2023 Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-05

Giants trade up for a quarterback in way-too-early 2025 mock draft

The New York Giants reportedly attempted to trade up to the No. 3 overall pick in this year’s draft with…
Feb 27, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen speaks during a press conference during the NFL Scouting Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-05

Giants’ draft class ranked among PFF’s top 10 in the NFL

The New York Giants’ 2024 draft class has received high praise. Pro Football Focus is the latest publication to give…
November 5, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) is congratulated by wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (18) and wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) for scoring a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the fourth quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-04

Where does the Giants’ receiving corps rank in the NFC East?

The New York Giants’ was among the worst in the NFL in 2023, but general manager Joe Schoen made it…
Jan 7, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) gains yards after catch asPhiladelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship (32) pursues during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-03

The Giants’ offense could be deadly after the catch in 2024

The New York Giants’ offense is aiming to be more explosive in 2024. One of the ways they can achieve…
Sep 30, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Andru Phillips (23) (New York Giants) celebrates an incomplete pass intended for Florida Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (1) during the second quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports, new york giants
2024-05-03

Giants: 3 amazing stats to know about Andru Phillips

The New York Giants bolstered their secondary on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft, taking defensive backs back-to-back in…
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) gets ready to score a touchdown during a 24-point Giants first half, Sunday, January 7, 2024
2024-05-02

Giants’ Darius Slayton ‘confident’ his contract situation will be resolved soon

The New York Giants were without veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton a few weeks ago when they began their voluntary…