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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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East Rutherford, NJ -- June 11, 2024 -- Wide receiver, Malik Nabers at the NY Giants Mandatory Minicamp at their practice facility in East Rutherford, NJ.
2024-06-11

Giants’ rookie playmakers flashing potential at minicamp

The New York Giants kicked off their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday as they begin their summer practices in preparation for…
Mar 30, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette looks on prior to the game against the Arizona Coyotes at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-11

Rangers could land 6-foot-7 power forward prospect in NHL Draft

The New York Rangers hold the No. 30 overall pick in this year’s NHL Draft following their Eastern Conference Finals…
Daniel Jones, quarterback. The NY Giants NFL team held an organized team activity at their training facility in East Rutherford, NJ on Thursday May 30, 2024.
2024-06-11

Giants’ improved offensive weaponry listed a ‘reason for optimism’ entering 2024

The New York Giants’ offense was among the worst in the NFL last season. They ranked 29th in the NFL…
Nick Gates, Giants
2024-06-10

Could the Giants reunite with fan-favorite offensive lineman for depth?

The New York Giants have attempted to rebuild their offensive line this offseason, adding a few quality veterans to the…
Stephon Gilmore, Giants
2024-06-10

3 free agents the Giants could target with the Darren Waller retirement money

The New York Giants will officially be without veteran tight end Darren Waller this season as he officially announced his…
Nov 18, 2023; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (3)(New York Giants) breaks a tackle by Northwestern Wildcats defensive back Rod Heard II (24) for a touchdown run in the third quarter at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-09

Giants might have a hidden gem in their backfield

The New York Giants are rebuilding their backfield this offseason after losing superstar running back Saquon Barkley in free agency.…
Right, Steve Smith, a former pro bowl NFL wide receiver, works with wide receivers Jalin Hyatt and Malik Nabers. The NY Giants NFL team held an organized team activity at their training facility in East Rutherford, NJ on Thursday May 30, 2024.
2024-06-08

Giants’ second-year receiver impressed with rookie teammate: ‘You know he’s going to be elite’

Hype is building around New York Giants rookie first-round pick Malik Nabers. The Giants drafted Nabers with the sixth-overall pick…
Offensive Line Coach Carmen Bricillo, of the NY Giants NFL team at an organized team activity at their training facility in East Rutherford, NJ on Thursday May 30, 2024.
2024-06-08

Giants’ new offensive linemen providing mentorship to the young unit

The New York Giants attempted to rebuild their offensive line this offseason after the unit surrendered a league-high 85 sacks…
Right, Steve Smith, a former pro bowl NFL wide receiver, works with Jalin Hyatt, wide receiver. The NY Giants NFL team held an organized team activity at their training facility in East Rutherford, NJ on Thursday May 30, 2024.
2024-06-07

Giants’ Jalin Hyatt looking stronger, more dynamic as he prepares for year-two breakout

The New York Giants are hoping for a more explosive offense in 2024 led by their new duo of exciting…
New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) carries the ball as Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Bradley Roby (33) and linebacker Shaquille Leonard (53) pursue during the second half at MetLife Stadium
2024-06-07

Giants’ second-year running back could sneakily play a larger role this season

The New York Giants are planning for life after Saquon Barkley. The superstar running back departed for the Philadelphia Eagles…