Sam LaPorta
Tight End · Detroit Lions
Topps Chrome Football #Not clearly visible
Year & Era
2024 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Wave Refractor Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon wave refractor parallel, moderately short-printed relative to base cards.
Overall Assessment
An attractive, eye-catching modern parallel card of a star young tight end, ideal for player collectors and modern set enthusiasts.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears reasonably well-centered with minor preference toward the right edge; back not visible in image.
Surface Condition
Surface shows clean gloss typical of a Topps Chrome wave refractor with standard factory light reflection patterns.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and well-defined with no obvious dings or rounding under normal viewing.
Edge Condition
Edges appear clean and crisp along all four sides with no notable chipping or whitening.
Print Quality
High gloss chrome finish with vibrant color saturation and clear wave pattern reflection.
Estimated Value
$15 to $40 raw depending on exact parallel sub-tier and current market demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical modern Topps Chrome retail or hobby pack pulls, showing standard factory centering tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Topps Chrome card stock thickness, surface texture, and light refraction patterns under direct lighting.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA if surface and centering merit a high 9 or 10 grade, otherwise best kept raw in a protector.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard lighting glare is present from photography.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from contemporary Topps Chrome football product releases.
Historical Context
Represents the return of Topps licensed football cards in the modern era, capturing standout rookie seasons.
Market Trends
Demand fluctuates based on Sam LaPorta's on-field performance and Detroit Lions team success.
Investment Potential
Moderate to high upside depending on LaPorta's continued development as an elite NFL tight end.
Similar Cards
Other modern tight end rookies and star parallels from Panini and Topps football releases.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and semi-rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Sam LaPorta set rookie records for tight receptions and touchdowns, driving high hobby interest in his rookie-year issues.