Jerell Adams
Tight End · New York Giants / South Carolina Gamecocks
2016 Panini Prime Signatures Prime Prospects #Not explicitly numbered as a standard base card, features numbering 038/199
Year & Era
2016 — Modern Autograph Era
Card Type
Autograph Rookie Card Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Rarity
Semi-rare, serial numbered out of /199 copies
Overall Assessment
A neat, clean collegiate rookie autograph serial numbered to 199 copies, ideal for a budget-friendly team or player PC
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Centering Assessment
Front: 50/50 Left-Right, 52/48 Top-Bottom; Back centering appears well-balanced
Surface Condition
Clean glossy surface with bold on-card blue ink signature and no visible scratches or print lines
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no notable softening or dings visible through the holder
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no signs of chipping along the maroon and white borders
Print Quality
High print quality with sharp image reproduction and clear foil stamping
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD for raw condition
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard high-grade copy for a late-round rookie draft pick's serial-numbered autograph
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp factory foil accents, official Panini security back text, and genuine on-card blue ink ballpoint signature texture
Grading Recommendation
Raw-only recommended; grading costs would likely exceed the card's total market value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; holder shows standard surface scuffs, but the card inside looks clean
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2016 Panini football hobby boxes featuring collegiate or professional rookie content
Historical Context
Jerell Adams was drafted in the 6th round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the New York Giants out of South Carolina
Market Trends
Stable to flat market trend, typical for backup or specialty positional players without star status
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; best suited for team collectors or dedicated South Carolina alumni PC
Similar Cards
Other 2016 Panini rookie autographed inserts of mid-to-late round draft picks
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Features his college uniform and branding from the University of South Carolina prior to his NFL debut