Dat Nguyen was born in a refugee center at Fort Chaffee in Fort Smith, Arkansas after his family left South Vietnam during the fall of Saigon at the end of the Vietnam War. While attending Rockport Fulton High School in Texas, Nguyen dominated the gridiron and excelled on both sides of the ball, as a middle linebacker, running back and even all-state punter. The do-it-all … [Read more...] about Dat Nguyen Q&A: Rookie Number Swap, Practicing Autograph in High School, Binders of Cards Lost
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Consignment of the Week: Battle of the Playoff QB Autographed Cards
This weekend’s NFL playoff games will showcase some of sports collecting’s hottest—and most reliable—quarterbacks. On one side of the bracket are a trio of players who seemingly made time stand still. On the other are the young stars looking to build on their own legacies, a history making quartet that have kept the hobby’s prospectors busy for the last few … [Read more...] about Consignment of the Week: Battle of the Playoff QB Autographed Cards
Emmitt’s Signed Gamer to Reggie White Tops Super Bowl Auction
A game-worn helmet, signed and presented by the Dallas Cowboys star running back to another NFL legend during the middle of their careers sold for $67,563 in the annual Super Bowl Auction in Atlanta. The battle-scarred Cowboys helmet was signed and inscribed by Smith sometime after the Cowboys beat the Eagles in the opening round of the NFC playoffs that year. It … [Read more...] about Emmitt’s Signed Gamer to Reggie White Tops Super Bowl Auction
Notes: Jackson Ball Video; Big Unit Signs Autos in Japan; High-End Mickeys; QB Jersey Auctions
Hunt Auctions is offering a Joe Jackson baseball in the annual Louisville Slugger Auction that closes with a live event at the Museum Saturday. The current high bid is over $70,000. Jackson signed memorabilia is rare so even though the signature on the ball has chipped and faded over time, it’s a huge draw. Below you can now watch a short video on the ball … [Read more...] about Notes: Jackson Ball Video; Big Unit Signs Autos in Japan; High-End Mickeys; QB Jersey Auctions
50 Hottest Drew Brees Rookie Cards
As he inches closer to a major NFL record and what will undoubtedly be a Pro Football Hall of Fame induction, the top Drew Brees rookie cards are still active sellers and values are increasing. Popular with teammates and fans and highly respected throughout the game, it's been a remarkable ride. "People have doubted him ever since he came out of high school," NFL media … [Read more...] about 50 Hottest Drew Brees Rookie Cards
NFL Quarterback Bought John Wooden’s 1930’s Purdue Jersey
The mystery buyer of that early 1930s John Wooden Purdue basketball jersey turned out to be another pretty famous Boilermaker alumnus. New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees revealed in a video that he had teamed up with a local collector/restaurant owner to win the auction and has turned the jersey over to the school where it will go on display. The plan had been … [Read more...] about NFL Quarterback Bought John Wooden’s 1930’s Purdue Jersey
Super Bowl LII Auction Set for February 3
Hunt Auctions and NFL Auction will once again join together at Super Bowl LI to host a Super Bowl Live Auction event on Feb. 3. With Super Bowl LII coming to Minneapolis, items from the personal collections of three legendary Vikings players will highlight the annual event. Select pieces from Hall of Fame members Carl Eller, Chris Doleman, and Brett Favre will be offered as … [Read more...] about Super Bowl LII Auction Set for February 3
Panini Producing 2013 NFL Experience Card Sets
The 2013 Super Bowl Experience opens January 30 in New Orleans with a sports card and memorabilia show again part of the mix. It'll be sponsored by the two companies who share the league's trading card licenses, Topps and Panini. Panini has already announced plans for a special set featuring the 49ers and Ravens that will only be available during the Experience. The … [Read more...] about Panini Producing 2013 NFL Experience Card Sets
SigPrices.com Signature Series: Analyzing the Autograph Sales of the NFL’s Playoff Quarterbacks
by Ben Milch "You're a goddamn quarterback! You know what that means? It's the top spot, kid. It's the guy who takes the fall. It's the guy everybody's looking at first - the leader of a team - who will support you when they understand you. Who will break their ribs and their noses and their necks for you, because they believe. 'Cause you make them believe. That's a … [Read more...] about SigPrices.com Signature Series: Analyzing the Autograph Sales of the NFL’s Playoff Quarterbacks
2011 Topps Precision Football Preview
Make way for another premium football product. 2011 Topps Precision will hit stores later this season at a dealer cost of around $140 per box. Each card will be printed on 72-point card stock. There will be three base cards per pack with one autograph or autograph relic card in each. Four packs will be in each box, giving collectors four autographs and 12 base cards per … [Read more...] about 2011 Topps Precision Football Preview