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Prospecting Rookie Cards of Future Senior Committee NFL Hall of Famers

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In 2020, football fans got a glimpse into the thinking behind the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Senior Selection Committee for players whose eligibility ran out. As part of its centennial celebrations, the NFL elected five coaches and contributors and ten senior players whose initial eligibility was up. Although ten players were chosen, there were 20 senior player finalists. … [Read more...] about Prospecting Rookie Cards of Future Senior Committee NFL Hall of Famers

Notes: Big Burrow Sale; Playoffs & Rookie Cards; New Release Dates; New Gretzky Bobbleheads; Hobby Doc Coming; More

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Someone’s betting big on Burrow. One of the ten 2020 Prizm Joe Burrow Gold rookie cards, this one graded PSA 9 (pop 7) sold for $45,000 Tuesday, according to Card Ladder. Just four months ago, another copy sold for $15,600.00. Burrow and the upstart Bengals are 3 ½ point underdogs against the Tennessee Titans in this Saturday’s AFC Divisional playoff … [Read more...] about Notes: Big Burrow Sale; Playoffs & Rookie Cards; New Release Dates; New Gretzky Bobbleheads; Hobby Doc Coming; More

Iron City Icon: A Ben Roethlisberger Rookie Card Review

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Some didn't make it through a season.  Others were done by the end of the decade.  Some had long careers but have since retired.  The Pittsburgh Steelers' top pick in the 2004 NFL Draft is not only still playing, he's still among the best at his craft.  Yes, you have to go back a ways to recall a time when Ben Roethlisberger rookie cards were something … [Read more...] about Iron City Icon: A Ben Roethlisberger Rookie Card Review

Hall of Fame Rookies Lead Legendary 1957 Topps Football Set

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The 1957 Topps football set is one of the most prized vintage football issues of all time. While there are some big name stars and a key error card, there's no question that the numerous Hall of Fame rookie cards have made this issue so popular -- and valuable. Here's a closer look at this landmark set. 1957 Topps Football Basics The 1957 Topps football set is known for its … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame Rookies Lead Legendary 1957 Topps Football Set

Early Joe Burrow Cards Arrive as Draft Approaches

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After what some believe was the greatest single-season performance in college football history, there wasn't much question which quarterback was the top prize in the 2020 NFL Draft.  For sports card dealers, having another potential high pick and long-term star at the position was good news, too and the hunt for Joe Burrow rookie cards should keep collectors busy searching … [Read more...] about Early Joe Burrow Cards Arrive as Draft Approaches

Luck’s Retirement Another Reminder of Prospecting Uncertainty

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He wasn't a bust.  Let's stop that foolish nonsense right now. Andrew Luck was an incredible talent.  He didn't make Colts fans forget Peyton Manning but he was a worthy successor.  When he was healthy he was among the NFL's best.  His retirement at age 29 due to the constant injury-rehab cycle he couldn't seem to shake, leaves a void.   For … [Read more...] about Luck’s Retirement Another Reminder of Prospecting Uncertainty

Rookie Cards of the 2019 Pro Football Hall of Famers

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This year's list of newly-elected Pro Football Hall of Famers has a definite 90s feel to it.  Four of the players selected for enshrinement have rookie cards during that explosive decade of sports cards.  Another first appeared on a trading card way back in 1961. Here's a quick roundup of each player's rookie year cardboard. Johnny Robinson Safety Johnny … [Read more...] about Rookie Cards of the 2019 Pro Football Hall of Famers

Best Jared Goff Rookie Cards; Hottest eBay Auctions

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For some players, the transition from college to the pro ranks seems virtually seamless. For others, it’s one, big painful learning experience. Jared Goff rookie cards were not exactly selling like hotcakes after a difficult rookie season but now, he’s starting to make collectors take notice. Goff was bad enough to be the butt of jokes during the Rams' first season back in … [Read more...] about Best Jared Goff Rookie Cards; Hottest eBay Auctions