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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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Sam Darnold, Vikings, Jets, Giants
2025-02-28

Giants considering Vikings’ 14-win quarterback as potential option in free agency

The New York Giants swung big and missed out on Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford. After weeks of speculation…
Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
2025-02-28

Giants could pivot to blockbuster trade in NFL Draft if they strike out on Matthew Stafford

The New York Giants trading for Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is becoming increasingly unlikely. The Giants are reportedly…
Shedeur Sanders, Giants, NFL Draft, Jets
2025-02-28

Giants’ top QB prospect aims to ‘change a program’ for NFL franchise that drafts him

The New York Giants are hunting for a franchise quarterback and will leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of…
Matthew Stafford, Rams, Giants, Raiders
2025-02-28

Giants reportedly ‘underdogs’ in trade race for Rams QB Matthew Stafford

The Matthew Stafford Trade Saga is officially reaching its witching hour. The New York Giants have been pursuing the Los…
Shemar Stewart, NFL Scouting Combine, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants
2025-02-28

Giants had meeting with Scouting Combine’s top performing defensive lineman

The New York Giants are doing their due diligence on all of the 2025 NFL Draft class’s top prospects. Picking…
James Pearce, 2025 NFL Draft, Panthers, Chargers
2025-02-27

Chargers could trade up for potential Joey Bosa replacement in 1st round of 2025 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers‘ defense could undergo a major shakeup this offseason. Despite the unit’s success in 2024, the Chargers…
Ashton Jeanty, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants, Cowboys, Chargers
2025-02-27

Giants could infuriate their fanbase with one controversial 1st-round draft pick

The New York Giants need to add playmakers this offseason. Their offense has been among the worst in the NFL…
Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers
2025-02-27

Could the 49ers trade away their recently-extended star wide receiver?

The San Francisco 49ers battled last offseason to get through the Brandon Aiyuk saga. The former first-round pick was seeking…
Tyler Shough, Louisville, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants
2025-02-27

Could the Giants target surging sleeper quarterback in late rounds of NFL Draft?

The New York Giants plan to leave no stone unturned in their search for a franchise quarterback this offseason. While…
Malaki Starks, Georgia, 2025 NFL Draft, Giants
2025-02-27

Giants meet with 2025 NFL Draft class’s top safety prospect at Combine

The New York Giants are doing their due diligence on all of the 2025 NFL Draft class’s top prospects. Picking…