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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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Detroit Lions running back Devine Ozigbo (30) runs against New York Giants linebacker Habakkuk Baldonado (45) and New York Giants safety Alex Cook (23) during the second half of a preseason game at Ford Field in Detroit
2023-08-16

Did the Giants uncover a hidden gem with UDFA safety?

The New York Giants may have uncovered a hidden gem with undrafted rookie S Alex Cook. In their first preseason…
New York Giants offensive tackle Korey Cunningham (70) stretches during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2023-08-16

3 Giants that need to be better in Preseason Week 2

The New York Giants will be back on the turf at MetLife Stadium on Friday as they take on the…
Justin Pugh, New York Giants
2023-08-15

Giants could reconnect with former offensive guard on cost-efficient deal

The New York Giants are in need of offensive line depth after a putrid outing from the unit in the…
New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) returns a punt against the Detroit Lions in the second quarter at Ford Field
2023-08-15

Giants exciting rookie RB developing through special teams

The New York Giants have an exciting rookie RB in Eric Gray who they drafted in the fifth round of…
new york giants, xavier mckinney
2023-08-15

Giants will ‘wait and get through the season’ before negotiating with star safety

The New York Giants took care of business this offseason, signing a few in-house talents to massive contract extensions. QB…
New York Giants safety Dane Belton (24) during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility.
2023-08-14

Giants 2nd-year safety looking like a breakout candidate this preseason

The New York Giants have been flexing their depth at the safety position this summer as a number of players…
micah mcfadden, new york giants
2023-08-14

Giants: Crucial position battle at LB2 is heating up

The New York Giants have a crucial position battle at the No. 2 LB position heating up after their first…
New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (36) breaks up a pass intended for Detroit Lions wide receiver Chase Cota (88) in the first quarter at Ford Field
2023-08-13

Giants rookie CB has elite debut in Preseason Week 1

The New York Giants spent their first-round pick in this year’s draft on CB Deonte Banks. The Maryland product possesses…
New York Giants defensive tackle Jordon Riley (95) participates in drills during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2023-08-13

Giants may have a steal in late-round rookie DL

The New York Giants entered the 2023 offseason with thin depth on the defensive line. General manager Joe Schoen made…
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
2023-08-13

Giants may have gem in late-round rookie safety

The New York Giants enjoyed standout performances from a slew of defensive backs in the team’s preseason opener on Friday…