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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Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) catches the ball in front of New York Giants cornerback Dru Phillips (22) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2024-09-13

Giants’ 3rd-round rookie cornerback looked like a hidden gem in Week 1

There weren’t many positive positive takeaways from the New York Giants’ Week 1 loss against the Minnesota Vikings. However, among…
Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (9) speaks at a press conference after training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-13

Giants’ explosive rookie wideout ‘OK’ amidst injury concerns

The New York Giants had a scare mid-week as rookie first-round pick Malik Nabers popped up on the injury report.…
Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) celebrate after a sack against the Washington Commandersduring the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images
2024-09-12

Giants’ star pass rusher not intimidated by new-look Commanders: ‘They’re not really a rival’

The New York Giants are in desperate need of a bounce-back win in Week 2 after suffering an embarrassing defeat…
Oct 22, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) is pressured by New York Giants safety Isaiah Simmons (19) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-12

Giants’ versatile linebacker shocked by ‘confusing’ lack of playing time in Week 1

The New York Giants made a surprising personnel decision in Week 1, phasing linebacker/defensive back Isaiah Simmons out of the…
NFL: Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants, Daniel Jones, John Michael Schmitz
2024-09-12

Power Ranking the Top 10 Worst Teams in the NFL after Week 1

Ranking the WORST top teams in the NFL following Week 1. There were certainly some risers and fallers, but man,…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2024-09-11

Giants’ forgotten speedy wideout expected to play increased role in Week 2

The New York Giants are dealing with an injury in their receiving corps which could pave the way for an…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-11

Giants’ scrutinized pass-rusher due for huge bounce-back performance in Week 2

The New York Giants are in need of a critical bounce-back performance from several of their key players in Week…
NFL: Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers
2024-09-10

NFL Week 1 Power Rankings: 2024-25 Season

Breaking down the NFL’s Week 1 Power Rankings after an eventful start to the season! There were plenty of upsets,…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (31) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-10

3 silver linings from the Giants’ Week 1 disappointment

The New York Giants got embarrassed by a Sam Darnold-led Minnesota Vikings team in Week 1, but it wasn’t all…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2024-09-10

Giants’ starting safety send message to the fans: ‘We’re going to turn this around’

It’s been a rough couple of days for New York Giants fans. The season got off to an overwhelmingly disappointing…