Brian Burns
Outside Linebacker · New York Giants
2025 Topps All Topps Team #Not visible
Year & Era
2025 — Current Era
Card Type
Insert — All Topps Team
Grade
Raw — appears Excellent-Mint (EX-MT 6 to 7 due to a prominent surface crease)
Rarity
Common insert card from the set, high print run relative to parallels or short prints.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert featuring Brian Burns as a member of the New York Giants, heavily hindered by a structural surface crease that reduces its market and grading value significantly.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Excellent-Mint (EX-MT 6 to 7 due to a prominent surface crease)
Centering Assessment
Front: 50/50 Left-Right, 55/45 Top-Bottom. Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Poor to Fair due to a noticeable diagonal or vertical bend/crease running across the upper right side of the card. Minor surface scuffs otherwise.
Corner Condition
Corners show slight softening and minor wear consistent with raw handling without a protective sleeve.
Edge Condition
Edges are relatively clean with minor chipping along the dark borders.
Print Quality
Standard modern Topps foil and gloss finish with good color saturation, though marred by post-production handling damage.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw due to condition issues)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy falls well below average condition compared to other known raw examples due to the physical damage/crease on the front surface.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Topps branding, standard card stock thickness, and crisp foil stamping under magnification.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to the heavy surface crease, which will severely detract from the final numerical grade.
Red Flags
Significant crease and bend indicating the card was handled improperly without a protective sleeve or top loader.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2025 Topps retail or hobby wax packs.
Historical Context
Reflects Brian Burns' prominent role as an elite pass rusher and star outside linebacker in the NFL following his trade/move to the New York Giants.
Market Trends
Stable to low value for standard inserts of defensive players unless graded a pristine 10 or featuring a low-numbered parallel/autograph.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for this specific copy given the condition damage; better suited for a personal player PC (Personal Collection).
Similar Cards
Other insert cards from 2025 Topps Football or parallel versions of Brian Burns cards.
Display & Preservation
Should be placed immediately in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder to prevent further damage.
Interesting Facts
Brian Burns is well-known in the hobby for his Spider-Man sack celebration and growing status as a premier defensive cornerstone.