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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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Jul 24, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive coordinator Shane Bowen looks on during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2025-01-13

Giants reportedly ‘moving forward’ with struggling defensive coordinator

The New York Giants’ defense was an utter disappointment this past season, as was the rest of the team, as…
Cam Ward, Giants, NFL Draft, Jets
2025-01-13

Giants trade up to get ‘their guy’ with No. 1 overall pick in latest 2025 mock draft

Picking No. 3 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, the New York Giants might be out of range to draft…
Deion Sanders, Shedeur Sanders, NFL Draft, Giants
2025-01-12

Father of Giants’ top draft target confirms he ‘won’t allow him to play for’ several NFL teams

The New York Giants will be in the market for a new franchise quarterback this offseason. Among the top targets…
Ryan Cowden, Giants, Patriots, Mike Vrabel, Titans
2025-01-12

Giants expected to lose key front office executive to Patriots

The NFL’s head coaching carousel was heating up. On Sunday morning it was announced that the New England Patriots will…
Mason Graham, NFL Draft, Giants, Jets
2025-01-11

Giants could form deadly defensive line duo with this 1st-round draft pick

The New York Giants are picking near the top of the 2025 NFL Draft. With the third-overall pick in the…
Abdul Carter, Giants, NFL Draft, Jets
2025-01-10

Giants could draft elite pass-rusher if they miss out on a quarterback in 2025 draft

Picking third overall in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft, the New York Giants need to prepare for the possibility of…
Jan 5, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen before game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
2025-01-10

Giants GM’s decision-making eviscerated by inside source: ‘It’s like they make moves off Twitter’

The New York Giants announced their controversial decision on Monday to retain both general manager Joe Schoen and head coach…
J.J. McCarthy, Giants, Vikings, NFL Draft
2025-01-09

Giants boldly predicted to trade No. 3 overall pick for Vikings’ young quarterback

Priority No. 1 for the New York Giants entering the 2025 offseason is to solve the quarterback position. The G-Men…
Dec 29, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Dru Phillips (22) returns an interception as Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Bernhard Raimann (79) tackles during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
2025-01-09

Giants’ Adoree’ Jackson says ‘fearless’ rookie cornerback is a star in the making

The saving grace for the New York Giants in their disappointing 2024 season was their rookie draft class. Veteran cornerback…
Dec 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Giants cornerback Cor'Dale Flott (28) returns an interception against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
2025-01-09

Giants veteran DB says to keep an eye on this underrated cornerback in 2025

Inexperience got the better of the New York Giants’ secondary in 2024. However, their youth is also their promise with…