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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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Jalin Hyatt, Giants
2025-06-28

Giants’ third-year receiver added 25 pounds in the offseason: ‘That’s what darkness does to you’

The 2024 season did not go as hoped for Jalin Hyatt and the New York Giants. The former 2023 third-round…
Brandon Scherff, Giants
2025-06-28

Giants could still add starting right guard through free agency

The New York Giants didn’t do much this offseason to upgrade their offensive line. Despite the right guard position being…
Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants center John Michael Schmitz Jr. (61) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
2025-06-27

Giants need third-year center to finally start taking strides in 2025

The New York Giants thought they were stabilizing the interior of their offensive line for years to come when they…
Jun 17, 2025; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) speaks at a press conference during minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2025-06-27

Giants’ backup quarterback could be top trade option for the Saints

The New York Giants overhauled their quarterback room this offseason following a disastrous 2024 campaign. Out went Daniel Jones and…
nyg, Giants, Daniel Bellinger, New York Giants
2025-06-26

Giants’ once-promising young tight end could be on the roster bubble this summer

During his rookie 2022 season, Daniel Bellinger showed a lot of promise for the New York Giants. However, since then,…
Odell Beckham Jr, Giants
2025-06-26

Why the Giants signing Odell Beckham Jr. could actually make a lot of sense

New York Giants fans have been buzzing for the last week over the idea of the team reuniting with former…
Syndication: The Record
2025-06-25

Could the Giants have two 1,000-yard receivers this season?

The New York Giants’ offense is aiming to be more explosive this season. Headlined by one of the NFL’s best…
NFL: New York Giants Rookie Minicamp, abdul carter
2025-06-25

Giants’ 1st-round pick predicted to land on All-Rookie Team

The New York Giants added one of the league’s most exciting rookie talents with the third overall pick in the…
Dec 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Giants cornerback Cor'Dale Flott (28) returns an interception against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
2025-06-24

Giants’ fourth-year cornerback is making a push for the starting lineup

Cor’Dale Flott has been a quality depth piece in the New York Giants’ secondary over the last several seasons. The…
Kayvon Thibodeaux, Giants
2025-06-24

Giants’ promising young pass rusher named top trade candidate following minicamp

New York Giants fourth-year pass-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux has high aspirations. He told the media during mandatory minicamp that he is…