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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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Darnell Mooney running a route during an NFL game
2026-05-18

Could NY Giants’ new WR2 Darnell Mooney push for 1,000 yards in 2026?

NY Giants WR Darnell Mooney could chase 1,000 yards if Malik Nabers' recovery creates an early-season target surge.
Malik Nabers, NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at New York Giants
2026-05-18

Should the NY Giants be concerned about Malik Nabers’ Week 1 status following ‘clean-up’ surgery?

Giants WR Malik Nabers underwent a second knee surgery to remove scar tissue. See the latest update and the adjusted…
Deonte Banks, NFL: New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles
2026-05-16

Could the NY Giants’ new defensive scheme spark a turnaround in Deonte Banks?

The last few years have not gone as planned for New York Giants 2023 first-round draft pick Deonte Banks. After…
Bobby Jamison-Travis, giants, NFL: Scouting Combine
2026-05-14

The NY Giants might’ve uncovered a hidden gem in Round 6 DT Bobby Jamison-Travis

The New York Giants overhauled their interior defensive line this offseason after trading away Dexter Lawrence and signing Shelby Harris…
Damon Bankston working during Giants rookie minicamp
2026-05-12

NY Giants’ rookie WR Malachi Fields could win a starting job thanks to one key statistic

Could rookie Malachi Fields be the Giants' WR2? See why Fields' elite 1.6% drop rate compared to Slayton's 11.5% makes…
Francisco Mauigoa, NFL: New York Giants Draft Press Conference
2026-05-11

NY Giants’ offensive line could be a top-10 unit this year thanks to the addition of Francis Mauigoa

The transformation of the New York Giants’ offensive line from a perennial punchline to a legitimate powerhouse is nearly complete.…
New York Giants rookie minicamp practice
2026-05-10

NY Giants’ rookie CB Colton Hood is already demonstrating his physicality and aggressiveness at rookie minicamp

New York Giants second-round cornerback Colton Hood stole the headlines during rookie minicamp on Saturday. The Tennessee standout, whom the…
Dominic Zvada, Giants
2026-05-09

Giants’ ‘big leg’ rookie Dominic Zvada is already impressing John Harbaugh amidst kicker competition

Undrafted rookie Dominic Zvada is making waves at Giants rookie minicamp after a record-breaking career at Michigan. John Harbaugh is…
Giants, Colton Hood, Greg Newsome II
2026-05-08

NY Giants could have cornerback position battle brewing this summer

A training camp battle is brewing for the New York Giants’ CB2 role. After signing former first-round pick Greg Newsome…
Jaxson Dart, Cam Skattebo, Giants, Chargers
2026-05-07

NY Giants are building a physical offense with the potential to have an elite rushing attack

There’s a new blueprint for the Giants’ offense that looks ready to break some wills in 2026. John Harbaugh’s arrival…