Peyton Manning
Quarterback · Indianapolis Colts
Donruss Playoff - Monday Night Heroes Materials #MNH-27
Year & Era
2007 — Modern Era
Card Type
Game-Worn Jersey Relic Numbered Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Serial numbered out of 250 copies (079/250), making it a moderately scarce insert parallel.
Overall Assessment
A highly desirable collector's piece featuring a game-worn jersey swatch and serial numbering of an iconic Hall of Fame quarterback.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front and back centering appears acceptable within standard modern trading card tolerances, roughly 50/50 to 55/45.
Surface Condition
Surface is generally clean with minor handling wear typical for thick relic cards, no major scratches or major indentations visible.
Corner Condition
Corners appear sharp with minor touches of wear on the thick stock card stock, consistent with normal handling.
Edge Condition
Edges are relatively clean with minimal chipping, typical of thick-stock relic inserts from this era.
Print Quality
High print quality with crisp font, clear foil stamping on the serial number, and sharp text layout.
Estimated Value
$40 - $100 depending on platform and exact condition grade if slabbed.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to other copies of the 2007 Monday Night Heroes series featuring Peyton Manning with standard numbering out of 250.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Donruss Playoff certified game-worn jersey statement, correct serial numbering font style, and standard Donruss card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
BGS or SGC is recommended due to thick stock relic cards often grading well with Beckett or SGC sub-grades, though raw preservation in a magnetic holder is also common.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; serial numbering stamp and card text appear authentic and consistent with 2007 Donruss Playoff products.
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from 2007 Donruss Playoff football hobby boxes or packs.
Historical Context
Peyton Manning is one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, a multiple-time MVP, and a Hall of Famer who defined an era of dominance with the Indianapolis Colts.
Market Trends
Stable to appreciating for elite Hall of Fame quarterbacks like Peyton Manning, especially for numbered game-used memorabilia cards.
Investment Potential
Solid long-term hold as a licensed game-worn memorabilia card of a tier-one Hall of Fame legend.
Similar Cards
2007 Donruss Preferred, 2007 Playoff Contenders, and other Peyton Manning game-used memorabilia inserts from the mid-2000s.
Display & Preservation
Best stored in a thick-stock magnetic holder or graded card slab in a cool, dry, dark environment to prevent card warping or fading.
Interesting Facts
The Monday Night Heroes insert set specifically highlights standout performers in primetime games.