Tyrann Mathieu
Safety · New Orleans Saints
2022 Donruss Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a high print run, easily accessible on the secondary market
Overall Assessment
A clean, visually appealing modern base card of a fan-favorite defensive star, ideal for Saints team collectors or player PC builders
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint, clean gloss with no major scratches or print lines observed
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding or fraying
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no chipping or rough cutting visible from the front
Print Quality
Standard Panini retail/hobby print quality with good color saturation and clean font rendering
Estimated Value
1.00 USD to 3.00 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly favorable compared to typical factory-set copies which often lean heavily left or right
Authentication Tips
Check for official Donruss branding, authentic card stock thickness, and crisp font printing under magnification
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading as the raw value is lower than grading fees
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern base card
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2022 Donruss retail or hobby wax packs
Historical Context
Features Tyrann Mathieu during his homecoming season with his hometown New Orleans Saints
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining, typical for veteran defensive player base cards in modern releases
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to high print runs of base cards, best held as a personal collection piece
Similar Cards
2022 Donruss base cards of other veteran defensive stars like Aaron Donald or Micah Parsons
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader storage in a dry, room-temperature environment away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Widely known by his nickname 'Honey Badger' originating from his standout college career at LSU