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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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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…
Nov 8, 2024; Munich, Germany; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) during press conference at the FC Bayern Munchen training grounds at Sabener Strasse. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
2025-05-29

Giants ‘being smart’ as superstar wide receiver nurses lingering toe injury

The New York Giants took the practice field on Wednesday for their first full practice of the season. However, they…
Jaxson Dart throwing during Giants practice
2025-05-29

Brian Daboll says Giants have a ‘detailed plan’ to develop Jaxson Dart

The New York Giants are putting a “detailed plan” in place to handle their crowded quarterback room this summer and…
NFL: New York Giants at San Francisco 49ers, evan neal
2025-05-28

Giants’ former 1st-round bust making crucial transition back to collegiate position at OTAs

The New York Giants are giving Evan Neal one final chance to turn his career around. When the Giants drafted…
East Rutherford, NJ -- June 11, 2024 -- Wide receiver, Jalin Hyatt at the NY Giants Mandatory Minicamp at their practice facility in East Rutherford, NJ.
2025-05-28

Giants’ Jalin Hyatt ‘mentally checked out’ last season after clash with coaches and management

The New York Giants had a conviction in Jalin Hyatt when they traded up to draft him in the third…