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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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New York Giants safety Gervarrius Owens (31) somehow got a mouth guard stuck into one of the ventilation holes in his helmet during their game against the Detroit Lions in the second quarter at Ford Field
2023-08-28

The Giants seemingly found 2 gems in the final round of this year’s draft

The New York Giants held two picks in the seventh round of this year’s NFL Draft and, rather than trading…
nfl: new york giants training camp, sterling shepard, new york giants
2023-08-27

Giants’ veteran WR could be at risk of being cut from the final roster

The New York Giants have begun trimming down their roster ahead of the start of the 2023 regular season. The…
New Giants linebacker Isaiah Simmons during warm ups
2023-08-27

Giants’ versatile new acquisition flashes potential in first appearance

The New York Giants put their latest acquisition on the field during their preseason finale on Saturday night, playing LB…
nfl: preseason-carolina panthers at new york giants, bryce ford-wheaton
2023-08-26

Giants: 3 players who can earn roster spots in preseason finale

The New York Giants will play their final preseason game on Saturday night against the New York Jets. This finale…
Detroit Lions linebacker Julian Okwara (99) celebrates with linebacker Romeo Okwara (95) after sacking New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (5) (not pictured) in the fourth quarter at Ford Field
2023-08-26

One more trade the Giants should make before the regular season

After pulling off a trade for LB Isaiah Simmons earlier this week, the New York Giants could still be in…
New York Giants wide receiver Jamison Crowder (80) catches the ball during the second half against the Carolina Panthers at MetLife Stadium
2023-08-25

Giants: 3 players that could be traded before the regular season

The New York Giants just pulled off a stunning trade for veteran linebacker Isaiah Simmons on Thursday afternoon. Trades are…
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Isaiah Simmons (New York Giants) walks off the field after their 25-24 loss against the Los Angeles Chargers
2023-08-25

Giants HC Brian Daboll excited about ‘explosive, athletic’ LB acquisition

The New York Giants pulled off a shocking trade yesterday, acquiring LB/S hybrid Isaiah Simmons from the Arizona Cardinals in…
New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) talks to reporters after the organized team activities (OTA's) at the Giants training center
2023-08-25

Giants’ 2nd-year pass-rusher aiming to be a ‘jack of all trades’ in 2023

The New York Giants are expecting big things out of second-year pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux this season. His four sacks…
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (3) participates in drills during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2023-08-24

Giants veteran WR could have a stellar season returning from injury

The New York Giants‘ wide receiver room is deep this summer, creating roster-spot competition among some of the team’s veteran…
New York Giants defensive tackle Jordon Riley (95) participates in drills during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2023-08-24

The Giants may have found a defensive line gem in the final round of this year’s draft

The New York Giants possessed one of the NFL’s worst run-defense units last season. This offseason, general manager Joe Schoen…