Max Klare
Tight End · Purdue Boilermakers
Leaf Metal / Leaf Optichrome #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 - Modern NIL Era
Card Type
Pink Parallel / NIL Prospect Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (7-8) estimated
Rarity
Common to Uncommon; Pink parallels are typically non-numbered or high-print run retail/hobby variants in Leaf sets
Overall Assessment
A nice collegiate prospect card for a Purdue fan or TE specialist; high visual appeal but low current market liquidity
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (7-8) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly shifted to the left and bottom; typical for Leaf Optichrome cuts
Surface Condition
Surface shows high gloss; image clarity is soft due to photography style or lighting, though common for Leaf metal-stock cards
Corner Condition
Top right corner appears slightly soft through the top loader; other corners look relatively sharp
Edge Condition
Edges appear clean, though foil cards of this stock are prone to micro-chipping during the die-cut process
Print Quality
High color saturation with a typical metallic finish; image resolution is standard for unlicensed collegiate products
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard example for the set; centering is within the acceptable range for a base-style parallel
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Leaf' logo and the thickness of the Optichrome stock; check for the embossed 'Metal' texture common to this brand
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless for personal collection; grading fees likely exceed the secondary market value of the card
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears authentic to the 2024 Leaf product line
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a 2023 or 2024 Leaf Metal Football or Leaf Vivid product featuring NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) athletes
Historical Context
Part of the first major wave of NIL-era cards allowing active college athletes to have licensed trading cards before entering the NFL
Market Trends
NIL cards are highly volatile; value depends entirely on Klare's performance at Purdue and his eventual NFL Draft stock
Investment Potential
Speculative; value is tied to Klare becoming a high-round NFL draft pick
Similar Cards
2024 Leaf Metal Garrett Miller, 2024 Panini NIL Prizm prospects
Display & Preservation
Keep in the current top loader and penny sleeve; avoid direct sunlight to prevent the pink foil from fading
Interesting Facts
Max Klare is a standout Tight End for Purdue who gained significant traction during the 2023 season as a reliable receiving threat