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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 linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field
2024-02-28

Giants planning to play more conservative on defense in 2024

The New York Giants deployed an aggressive, blitz-heavy defense for the past two seasons under the direction of defensive coordinator…
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) and general manager Joe Schoen, left, on day two of training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2024-02-27

Giants GM Joe Schoen: ‘I have faith in Daniel as our starting quarterback’

The New York Giants have become a hot topic of conversation this week at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. The…
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley
2024-02-27

Giants: What a Saquon Barkley contract extension could look like

The New York Giants are leaving the door open for Saquon Barkley to return this offseason. However, it seems increasingly…
Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dallas Turner (Giants)
2024-02-26

Giants: 1st-round trade-down scenario could land them a top pass-rusher

The New York Giants spent a first-round pick on their defensive line in 2022, taking star edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux.…
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) reacts after running the ball against Houston Texans linebacker Christian Kirksey (58) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium
2024-02-26

Giants reportedly not expected to increase their contract offer for Saquon Barkley

The New York Giants have a decision to make on one of their biggest stars this offseason. RB Saquon Barkley…
Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Kris Jenkins (Giants)
2024-02-25

Giants could form fierce defensive line with this second-round prospect

The New York Giants have one of the best defensive players in the NFL in Dexter Lawrence. But alongside him,…
Tennessee Titans defensive end Denico Autry (96) (New York Giants free agent target)
2024-02-24

One affordable pass-rusher the Giants could target in free agency

The New York Giants will be seeking pass-rushing help this offseason after their defense failed to generate sufficient pressure on…
gabe davis, new york giants
2024-02-24

Giants could reunite Brian Daboll with one of his top weapons from his Buffalo Bills days in free agency

The New York Giants will be looking to add playmakers to their offense this offseason. Their passing attack ranked 31st…
President of the New York Giants, John Mara (left) and New York Giants General Manager, Joe Schoen, speak with New York Giants Head Coach, Brian Daboll, at MetLife Stadium before their team hosts the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 26, 2023
2024-02-23

Giants among the teams speculated to be interested in trading up for a QB in the 2024 NFL Draft

The New York Giants are expected to be interested in the 2024 NFL Draft class’s top quarterback prospects this offseason.…
New York Giants tackle Justin Pugh (67) in a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium
2024-02-23

Giants offensive lineman preparing for post-NFL career in broadcasting

The New York Giants made a mid-season emergency signing to patch up their offensive line in 2023, bringing in a…