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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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Asante Samuel Jr., Chargers, Giants, 49ers
2025-02-22

Giants could take a chance on Chargers’ ascending cornerback in free agency

The New York Giants need to reinforce their secondary this offseason. Free agency will provide them with plenty of options…
Ryan Kelly, Chargers, Colts, Giants, Jets
2025-02-22

Chargers named ‘best fit’ for physical free-agent center

The interior of the Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive line was a disaster at times during the 2024 season. Star QB…
Jevon Holland, Dolphins, Giants
2025-02-22

Giants named ‘best fit’ for top free-agent safety on the market

The New York Giants let star safety Xavier McKinney walk in free agency last offseason and still have yet to…
Mason Graham, Giants, 2025 NFL Draft, 49ers
2025-02-21

49ers trade star receiver to land elite defensive tackle prospect in mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers have some work to do this offseason as they aim to rebuild the trenches and return…
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
2025-02-21

Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux wants his 5th-year option picked up: ‘The fans don’t call the shots’

The New York Giants have a big decision to make regarding the future of star pass-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. The 2022…
Shedeur Sanders, Giants, NFL Draft, Jets
2025-02-21

Giants’ ‘preferred path’ is still to draft a quarterback with No. 3 pick

The hunt is on for the New York Giants’ next franchise quarterback. Rumors have been swirling for a couple of…
Asante Samuel Jr., Chargers, 49ers
2025-02-20

49ers could take a chance on Chargers’ high-upside cornerback in free agency

The San Francisco 49ers’ defense could be retooled this offseason with Robert Saleh returning as the defensive coordinator. In 2024,…
Osa Odighizuwa, Cowboys, Giants, Chargers, Steelers
2025-02-20

Chargers named ‘best fit’ for free agency’s top defensive tackle

The Los Angeles Chargers need to beef up the interior of their defensive line this offseason. As great as their…
russell wilson, Giants, Steelers
2025-02-20

Giants could be the team to watch in the Russell Wilson Sweepstakes this offseason

The Russell Wilson Sweepstakes are heating up. The New York Giants will be fighting in a competitive market of teams…
teven jenkins, Giants, Bears, 49ers
2025-02-20

Giants named best fit for former Bears’ mauling right guard in free agency

The New York Giants will aim to upgrade their offensive line this offseason and could shop near the top of…