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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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Brian Daboll, Giants
2025-06-03

Giants’ Brian Daboll named among coaches under the most pressure in 2025

The New York Giants need to be better in 2025. Head coach Brian Daboll barely survived his 3-14 record in…
Thomas Fidone, Giants
2025-06-03

Giants quietly have an intriguing position battle forming on offense

The New York Giants are sorting out their offense at OTAs, with several players on the roster attempting to prove…
NFL: New York Giants Rookie Minicamp, darius alexander
2025-06-02

Giants’ rookie defensive lineman could steal a starting job this summer

New York Giants rookie DT Darius Alexander could play a significant role this season. The Giants’ third-round draft pick has…
New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) runs with the ball during warmups before a game between New York Giants and Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024.
2025-06-02

Giants’ Tyrone Tracy Jr. could be primed for breakout despite addition of rookie running back

After two successful NFL Draft classes, the New York Giants have quietly built a solid young foundation of talent for…
Russell Wilson, Giants
2025-06-01

Giants’ ‘superstar’ wide receiver helped convince Russell Wilson to sign

Upgrading at quarterback was the top priority for the New York Giants entering this offseason. Not only did they need…
Jevón Holland, Giants
2025-06-01

Giants’ new star safety acquisition named a ‘bounce-back’ candidate

The New York Giants made a splash in free agency this offseason, signing veteran safety Jevón Holland to a $45.3…
Theo Johnson with the NY Giants, runs drills during a practice at Quest Diagnostics Training Center, East Rutherford, NJ, May 28, 2025.
2025-05-31

Giants’ TE Theo Johnson ‘looks bigger’ at OTAs as he prepares for breakout season

The New York Giants are betting big on 2024 fourth-round pick Theo Johnson to take over as their starting tight…
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
2025-05-31

Giants’ 4th-year safety looks ready for a massive breakout at OTAs

The New York Giants overhauled their secondary this offseason, signing veteran cornerback Paulson Adebo and safety Jovan Holland to major…
NFL: New York Giants at Atlanta Falcons
2025-05-30

Could the Giants pull off a blockbuster trade to give Russell Wilson another weapon?

The New York Giants’ offense is in a do-or-die state in 2025 after back-to-back disappointing seasons in 2023 and 2024.…
New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field
2025-05-30

Giants’ most overlooked defender is gearing up for a major bounce-back season

The New York Giants’ defense suffered a severe regression in 2024. After an impressive 2023 campaign, the unit took a…