Michael Thomas
Wide Receiver · New Orleans Saints
Panini Mosaic Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2020 — Modern Era
Card Type
Silver Prizm Parallel / Base Variant
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Rarity
Common Silver Prizm parallel, high print run but highly collectible set
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive Silver Prizm parallel of a record-setting wide receiver, ideal for a New Orleans Saints team collector or Michael Thomas player PC
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Centering Assessment
Front appears reasonably well-centered left to right with slight heavy top-bottom variation typical of Mosaic stock
Surface Condition
Reflective chrome surface shows standard minor hairline scratching common for raw Mosaic cards, no major dents or deep scratches visible
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with slight potential soft corner on the top left from handling, overall very good
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard silver foil finish, minor chipping possible upon magnification
Print Quality
High gloss finish typical of Panini Mosaic with sharp foil reflection and clear image resolution
Estimated Value
$2 - $5 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard raw copies pulled from retail or hobby packs of 2020 Mosaic
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini watermark and correct card stock thickness, ensure holographic shine reflects properly
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission, as the grading cost would exceed the card's raw or graded market value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw modern card
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard Panini Mosaic retail or hobby packs from the 2020 NFL card release
Historical Context
Michael Thomas set the NFL single-season reception record in 2019 with 149 catches, making his 2020 cards highly anticipated early in that season before injuries derailed subsequent years
Market Trends
Stable to declining market for veteran wide receiver base and silver parallels
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to injuries and declining production, best suited for player collectors and fans
Similar Cards
2020 Panini Prizm Michael Thomas, 2020 Donruss Michael Thomas
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader or semi-rigid holder, keep away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
Michael Thomas was famously nicknamed 'Can't Guard Mike' during his dominant peak seasons with the Saints