Marshall Faulk
Running Back · St. Louis Rams
Donruss Classics #Not visible
Year & Era
2016 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran / Legends Insert
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Rarity
Common base/legend card with high print run, easily accessible on the secondary market.
Overall Assessment
A visually appealing tribute card to a legendary Hall of Fame running back, featuring the distinctive 'Greatest Show on Turf' era Rams uniform.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with slight top-heavy variance, typical for modern Donruss cards.
Surface Condition
Clean matte finish background with glossy player cutout overlay; no prominent scratches or print lines observed.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding or dings.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with crisp white borders and no chipping.
Print Quality
High-definition dot-matrix background pattern with sharp player image and vibrant team colors.
Estimated Value
1 to 5 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Exhibits typical factory-fresh qualities consistent with other unpackaged Donruss Classics inserts.
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp text fonts, authentic card stock thickness, and the proper blue Classics 2016 logo emblem in the bottom left.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value; cost of grading would exceed the card value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card stock and borders appear uniform and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2016 Panini Classics Football hobby or retail packs.
Historical Context
Marshall Faulk is one of the most versatile running backs in NFL history, a key member of the Greatest Show on Turf, and a Pro Football Hall of Famer.
Market Trends
Stable market value typical of retired Hall of Fame running backs, with modest demand primarily from team or player collectors.
Investment Potential
Low financial investment potential, best suited for personal PC (Personal Collection) display rather than financial speculation.
Similar Cards
2016 Panini Donruss Marshall Faulk base cards, other Classics Legends inserts from the same year.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder, stored away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Faulk was the NFL MVP in 2000 and is one of only three players in NFL history to gain 12,000 yards rushing and 6,000 yards receiving.