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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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Tyrann Mathieu, Giants, Saints
2025-02-02

Giants could trade for former All-Pro Saints safety this offseason 

The New York Giants need to upgrade their secondary this offseason. Starting safety Jason Pinnock will be an unrestricted free…
Jack Bech, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants, Senior Bowl
2025-02-02

Giants could target Senior Bowl MVP as playmaking threat in middle rounds of 2025 draft

Every year, the Senior Bowl shines the spotlight on some of the NFL Draft’s top prospects, giving them an opportunity…
Jaxson Dart, Giants, 2025 NFL Draft, Senior Bowl
2025-02-01

Giants land elite prospect, trade up for intriguing quarterback in latest mock draft

The New York Giants are back on the hunt for a franchise quarterback. The most important position in the sport,…
Kevin Zeitler, Lions, Giants
2025-02-01

Could the Giants reunite with a veteran guard to upgrade their offensive line?

The New York Giants will be seeking reinforcements for their offensive line this offseason. The right guard position in particular…
Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants offensive tackle Andrew Thomas (78) walks off the field following the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images
2025-01-31

The Giants’ 2025 season rests on the health of one player

The New York Giants are not the same team when LT Andrew Thomas is off the field. Unfortunately, he has…
Oct 6, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (31) celebrates after recovering a Seattle Seahawks fumble during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
2025-01-31

Giants’ second-year safety named top 2025 breakout candidate

The New York Giants need some of the youngsters in their defensive backfield to take a step forward in 2025.…
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants guard Greg Van Roten (74) pass protects against Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. (0) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
2025-01-31

Giants’ underrated offensive lineman named their ‘best free agent signing’ of 2024 offseason

The New York Giants’ offensive line took strides in the early portion of the 2024 season. Then, injuries derailed everything.…
Tez Johnson, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants, Senior Bowl, Oregon
2025-01-30

Giants could take flier on speedy Oregon wideout among Senior Bowl standouts

The New York Giants will aim to become more explosive in 2025 after their unit finished the 2024 season as…
Mac McWilliams, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants
2025-01-30

Giants could address major need with one of the Senior Bowl’s top performers

The New York Giants’ secondary needs some reinforcements. The Giants are likely to add talent to the defensive backfield through…
Mike Green, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants
2025-01-30

Giants could steal powerful Senior Bowl standout edge rusher in Round 2 of NFL Draft

An NFL team can never have enough great pass rushers. That was the story for the New York Giants in…