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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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DeAndre Baker, Giants
2025-06-09

Two former Giants have turned into stars in the UFL

Former New York Giants LB Tae Crowder and CB DeAndre Baker are blossoming into stars in the UFL. Former Giants…
nfl: washington commanders at new york giants, jalin hyatt
2025-06-08

The Giants have been misusing one of their explosive wide receivers

The New York Giants are still waiting for Jalin Hyatt to break out. After trading up to select him in…
Darius Slayton, Giants, Chargers
2025-06-08

Giants’ veteran wideout could have career-best season with new quarterback

Giants WR Darius Slayton has been the consummate professional throughout his career in New York. Over the last six years,…
russell wilson, Giants
2025-06-07

Giants’ Wan’Dale Robinson gushes over new quarterback’s ball placement

New York Giants QB Russell Wilson is already having a profound impact on his new team. The Giants wrapped up…
russell wilson, Giants
2025-06-06

Giants: Russell Wilson seems obsessed with one underutilized playmaker

The Giants have been trying to find ways to get Jalin Hyatt going in their offense for years to no…
Jaxson Dart, Giants
2025-06-06

Giants’ rookie quarterback is already breathing new life into his team

The New York Giants are desperate to turn things around after an abysmal 2024 season. They made wholesale changes to…
Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants safety Dane Belton (24) catches a pass with one hand during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
2025-06-06

Giants’ fourth-year safety can’t stop making plays at OTAs

The New York Giants are a little over halfway done with OTAs.  These crucial spring practices have given the coaching…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants place kicker Graham Gano (9) on the field before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2025-06-05

Giants leaving the door open for kicker competition this summer

The New York Giants might have a dilemma on special teams. Veteran kicker Graham Gano is expected to return to…
Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants offensive tackle Evan Neal (73) after the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2025-06-04

Could the Giants trade Evan Neal amidst his transition to guard?

The New York Giants are trying something new with Evan Neal.  After a disappointing first three seasons to his career,…
Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
2025-06-04

Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux predicted to take major leap in crucial fourth season

The New York Giants’ defensive line is shaping up on paper to be one of the best units in the…