This year’s NFL Hall of Fame class is the smallest since 2005, with only four members entering Canton. The honorees will officially be inducted over the weekend. They are Sterling Sharpe, Eric Allen, Antonio Gates, and Jared Allen. Since these players are all from the modern era, they have a variety of rookie cards, unlike their predecessors, who played prior to 1989 and … [Read more...] about Rookie Cards of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025
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Controversy Surrounds Football Hall of Fame Senior Finalists; A Look at Their Rookie Cards
One of the greatest offensive tackles of his generation, a nine-time Pro Bowl linebacker, and a super productive wide receiver with a shortened career have been chosen as the Senior Finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. They’re all worthy candidates, but their nominations come with controversy. First, there’s linebacker Maxie Baughan, the nine-time Pro Bowler who has … [Read more...] about Controversy Surrounds Football Hall of Fame Senior Finalists; A Look at Their Rookie Cards
Marshal Yanda: A Future Hall of Famer with a 9th Year Rookie Card
The 2007 NFL Draft class is considered one of the best of the 21st century for its depth and quality of players. Four players picked in the first round that year have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (Calvin Johnson, Joe Thomas, Patrick Willis, and Darrelle Revis). Other first-rounders who may join them include running backs Adrian Peterson and Marshawn … [Read more...] about Marshal Yanda: A Future Hall of Famer with a 9th Year Rookie Card
Eli Manning Hall of Fame Nomination Shines Spotlight on Jim Plunkett – Again
Eli Manning was named one of 167 modern-era nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on September 18. Manning is in his first year of eligibility, joining Jim Plunkett as the two starting quarterbacks with two Super Bowl rings who are not yet in the Hall of Fame. But unlike Plunkett, Manning is a favorite to be elected and inducted - leaving Plunkett … [Read more...] about Eli Manning Hall of Fame Nomination Shines Spotlight on Jim Plunkett – Again
Notes: Monday Show; REA Results; Bounced Checks = Trouble for Ohio Breaker; Football Hall’s Aquisition MO
It may have been “just another manic Monday” for some folks but if you were lucky enough to be off from work and you’re a collector anywhere near Dedham, MA, chances are you were at a card show. The 32nd annual President’s Day show at the local Holiday Inn drew a crowd of over 600 with 85 dealer tables keeping them busy. Former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL Rookie of … [Read more...] about Notes: Monday Show; REA Results; Bounced Checks = Trouble for Ohio Breaker; Football Hall’s Aquisition MO
2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class Has Wide Range of Rookie Cards
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023 was announced during the NFL Honors Awards show last Thursday night.The defensive heavy nine member class includes cornerback/safety Ronde Barber, coach Don Coryell, linebacker Chuck Howley, defensive end/tackle Joe Klecko, cornerback Darrelle Revis, cornerback Ken Riley, offensive tackle Joe Thomas, linebacker Zach Thomas and … [Read more...] about 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class Has Wide Range of Rookie Cards
Prospecting Rookie Cards of Future Senior Committee NFL Hall of Famers
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
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
Notes: $12 Million for Loupe; UD’s New $25K Signed Air Jordans; Canton Signing Session; Record Soccer Card
Loupe Tech, Inc., the live e-commerce streaming platform built for sports card collectors, has closed a $12 million Series A round of fundraising, led by Forerunner Ventures, with additional investment by PSA executive chairman and noted card collector Nat Turner, Mint 10, and DJ/producer and Topps artist DJ Skee. The company says it has surpassed initial revenue projections … [Read more...] about Notes: $12 Million for Loupe; UD’s New $25K Signed Air Jordans; Canton Signing Session; Record Soccer Card
An American Idol – Looking Back on Roger Staubach’s Life and 4 Classic Cards
Many American Dreams have been built around the pursuit of becoming successful in business, tasting fame as a professional athlete, or experiencing glory in battle. To accomplish one sometimes takes a lifetime of devotion—but to accomplish all three? That’s reserved for legends like Roger Staubach. Whenever duty called, Staubach was there to answer the bell. Whether that was … [Read more...] about An American Idol – Looking Back on Roger Staubach’s Life and 4 Classic Cards