Cade Otton
Tight End · Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Topps Chrome Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
X-Fractal Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common parallel within the Topps Chrome retail/hobby configurations, though specific player print runs are unnumbered.
Overall Assessment
A very clean, attractive modern parallel of a reliable starting NFL tight end, ideal for team collectors and player PC builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 50/50 Left-Right and Top-Bottom based on visual inspection. Back centering is unverified.
Surface Condition
Near Mint/Mint. The X-fractal refractor finish appears clean with no notable scratches, print lines, or roller marks visible under standard lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with no obvious rounding, dings, or whitening visible in the top-loader.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no chipping or rough cutting apparent.
Print Quality
High print quality with vibrant colors, sharp photography, and a well-applied X-fractal refractor pattern.
Estimated Value
Raw: $3 to $10; Graded PSA 10: $25 to $50 depending on market demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface condition appear comparable to average pack-pulled copies of this modern chromium parallel.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct Topps Chrome chromium card stock thickness, glossy refractor sheen on the surface, and proper font and team logo placement.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA. Given the low raw value, grading is likely only worthwhile if submitting as part of a bulk order or if aiming for a guaranteed Gem Mint 10 for personal PC.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Topps Chrome packs or boxes released during the 2022 NFL season.
Historical Context
Represents Cade Otton's early career period with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Market Trends
Stable to modest demand, typical for a starting tight end in a major market, though heavily tied to team success and individual performance milestones.
Investment Potential
Hold. Tight ends typically take several seasons to develop into elite fantasy or hobby targets, so values remain modest unless he breaks out.
Similar Cards
2022 Topps Chrome rookie cards and parallels of other offensive skill players from the same 2022 NFL Draft class.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a semi-rigid holder (like a Cardboard Gold Card Saver I) or a UV-protected magnetic one-touch case away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The X-fractal pattern is one of the classic refractor variations long favored by collectors across Topps baseball and football releases.