Tight end Ken Dilger spent seven solid seasons with the Indianapolis Colts before finishing his career playing three years for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dilger was an All Pro selection in 2001 in Indy and he captured a Super Bowl title (and ring) at Super Bowl XXXVII while playing for the Buccaneers. The Indiana native finished his career with over 300 … [Read more...] about Card Back Q&A: Ken Dilger Talks Converting to TE, Playing with Peyton, “Kenny Franchise” Tag
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Game-Used, Autographs, Cards Part of Fanatics Auction
Some of the biggest names in sports--past and present--are part of the latest auction from Fanatics Authentic. Their "Star Power Auction" opened Wednesday with 135 lots of trading cards, autographed memorabilia and game-used gear. The latter listings include an Chargers jersey worn by Joey Bosa in the team's regular season finale against the Raiders, another donned by … [Read more...] about Game-Used, Autographs, Cards Part of Fanatics Auction
How Leaf vs Manning Draft Debate Fueled Sports Card Hobby in 1998
Manning or Leaf? Leaf or Manning? It was the biggest question debated between football fans and collectors leading up to, and even months after, the 1998 NFL Draft. Sure, we know how the story ends. Peyton Manning ended up in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and won two Super Bowls. Ryan Leaf did not come anywhere near living up to the expectations the football world … [Read more...] about How Leaf vs Manning Draft Debate Fueled Sports Card Hobby in 1998
Mint Collective a Different Kind of Show
There was plenty to buy and dozens of sellers doing it, but the Mint Collective was also part industry trade conference, marketing event and social gathering. The inaugural event at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas offered two days of panel discussions conducted side-by-side with a "marketplace" where collectors could browse, submit cards for grading, talk shop or learn about … [Read more...] about Mint Collective a Different Kind of Show
Peyton Manning Super Collector Has Thousands of Autographs, 1 of 1s
Peyton Manning spent nearly two iconic decades in the NFL, leading the Indianapolis Colts out of the NFL basement and into the penthouse, leading the team to 11 playoff appearances, eight divisional titles, three AFC Championship games, two Super Bowl appearances and one Super Bowl title. The all time great spent the final four seasons of his illustrious career in Denver, … [Read more...] about Peyton Manning Super Collector Has Thousands of Autographs, 1 of 1s
Notes: HBO Collecting Story Preview; $2 Million Brady; Heritage Bullish After Auction; Dodgers Collection, USFL Miscuts
We've screened the HBO Real Sports segment on the collecting boom that's scheduled to air tomorrow night. It runs about 14 1/2 minutes and is probably worth your time. Correspondent Jon Frankel talks with Adam Ripps, a recent high school graduate who built a $3 million collection over the last six years by buying and re-selling cards, starting with Giannis … [Read more...] about Notes: HBO Collecting Story Preview; $2 Million Brady; Heritage Bullish After Auction; Dodgers Collection, USFL Miscuts
Peyton Manning Jerseys at Auction Represent Start, End of Hall of Fame Career
There will be highlights, speeches and news conferences this weekend as the NFL puts the career of Peyton Manning into perspective. Two items now up for auction can put a dandy bow on it, too. While luminaries and the new inductees gather in Canton, OH for the Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions, Heritage Auctions is offering the pair of Manning game jerseys—one from … [Read more...] about Peyton Manning Jerseys at Auction Represent Start, End of Hall of Fame Career
Manning, Other 2021 HOF Inductees to Sign in Canton
Peyton Manning will be among those who will take part in the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s autograph signing session for 2021 inductees on Saturday, August 7. For a flat fee, the Hall anually offers collectors and fans the chance to snare autographs from each member of the class. With no ceremony in 2020, the Hall will have two classes to induct this summer. The 2020 … [Read more...] about Manning, Other 2021 HOF Inductees to Sign in Canton
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 Eternal Honors Past Champs, Big Moments with On Demand Cards
Make way for another on-demand trading card program, but this one won’t necessarily be as fresh as the day’s headlines. Three months after announcing its "Instant" on-demand program to rival Topps NOW, Panini America has launched Panini Eternal, which promises to deliver cards “honoring important moments in sports history, along with special tributes and commemorations of … [Read more...] about Panini Eternal Honors Past Champs, Big Moments with On Demand Cards