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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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Antrel Rolle, Giants
2025-07-18

Former Giants star sounds off on team’s recent losing stretch: ‘Bad moves along the way’

The New York Giants have been stuck in a rut for the last two years. After a strong, playoff-winning start…
Jaxson Dart, Giants
2025-07-17

Giants’ rookie quarterback is ‘the complete package’ according to his college head coach

The New York Giants are hoping that they have found the future of their franchise with the No. 25 overall…
Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) celebrates after catching a touchdown during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
2025-07-17

Giants’ Malik Nabers named a top-10 wide receiver by NFL executives, scouts, and coaches

The New York Giants have a rising superstar in their midst. Malik Nabers burst onto the scene with a historic…
Dec 29, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) celebrates after a touchdown reception during the second half against the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2025-07-16

Giants’ superstar wide receiver named to NFL’s All-Under-25 Team

The New York Giants have one of the league’s brightest young stars. Wide receiver Malik Nabers burst onto the scene…
Syndication: The Record, paulson adebo, new york giants
2025-07-16

Giants’ secondary upgrades labeled their best offseason decision

The New York Giants revamped their secondary this offseason, making a pair of crucial signings in free agency to upgrade…
Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants offensive tackle Andrew Thomas (78) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
2025-07-15

The Giants’ entire offense is relying on the health of one key player

The New York Giants’ offense has been abysmal for the last two seasons. Part of what has been holding the…
New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) walks around during Mandatory Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Giants Training Center in East Rutherford on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
2025-07-15

Giants’ explosive second-year running back named to 2025 All-Breakout Team

The New York Giants are a young, ascending football team. Their recent draft classes have yielded strong early returns with…
Garrett Wilson, Jets
2025-07-14

Jets strike deal with Garrett Wilson to make him one of the NFL’s highest-paid WRs

The New York Jets are locking in one of their best young playmakers for the foreseeable future, signing WR Garrett…
Dane Belton, Giants
2025-07-14

Giants’ ‘sleeper’ defensive back could steal playing time this season

The New York Giants overhauled their defensive backfield this offseason, injecting talent at cornerback and safety. Their young and inexperienced…
Beaux Collins and Jordan Bly with the NY Giants share a laugh after practice at Quest Diagnostics Giants Training Center, East Rutherford, NJ, May 28, 2025.
2025-07-14

Giants have a trio of UDFA rookie wide receivers who could sneak onto the roster

For the first time since 2020, the New York Giants did not select a single wide receiver in this year’s…