Patrick Mahomes II
Quarterback · Kansas City Chiefs
Panini Absolute Football #Not clearly visible in image (typically a base card number within the set)
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Rarity
Common base card; high print run with widespread availability across retail and hobby formats.
Overall Assessment
A great budget-friendly collectible for Patrick Mahomes fans, featuring dynamic action photography in his Kansas City Chiefs uniform, though lacking the scarcity of low-numbered parallels or inserts.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy on the left-to-right axis with more border on the right, typical of Panini production standards for this set.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with standard gloss finish; enclosed in a binder pocket which may cause minor surface friction over time.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners visible through the binder pocket, showing minimal to no rounding or fraying.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut, no major chipping or denting observed.
Print Quality
Standard Panini Absolute print quality with good color saturation on the red jersey and clear foil accents.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $8.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical raw copies pulled from 2023 Absolute Football packs, balancing standard centering tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock thickness, crisp team logo and player name foiling, and official Panini licensing marks on the reverse.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw value; grading fees would exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; stored inside a standard plastic binder pocket.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2023 Panini Absolute Football retail or hobby wax packs.
Historical Context
Patrick Mahomes is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, holding multiple Super Bowl titles and MVP awards.
Market Trends
Stable market value reflecting a modern base card of an elite active quarterback, subject to seasonal fluctuation based on game performance.
Investment Potential
Low investment growth for a modern base card due to high print runs, but remains a solid collectible for player PC (Personal Collection) builders.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Donruss Patrick Mahomes, 2023 Panini Prizm Patrick Mahomes Base, 2023 Score Patrick Mahomes
Display & Preservation
Recommended to remove from the current binder pocket and place into a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder to prevent binder rings from damaging the edges.
Interesting Facts
Panini Absolute Football is famous for its iconic 'Tools of the Trade' and rookie premiere memorabilia inserts, though this particular piece is a standard base veteran card.