Keenan McCardell
Wide Receiver · Jacksonville Jaguars
1998 Upper Deck #Not clearly visible, but typically part of the base set numbering
Year & Era
1998 - Late 90s Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw - appears Excellent to Near Mint (EX-NM)
Rarity
Common base card with high print runs from the late 1990s
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic 90s base card in decent raw condition, ideal for a casual collector or Jaguars team set builder
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Excellent to Near Mint (EX-NM)
Centering Assessment
Front and back show minor shifting, slightly heavy on the bottom border
Surface Condition
Surface shows minor wear and slight reflection anomalies, overall relatively clean
Corner Condition
Top and bottom corners show slight softness and minor wear consistent with handling
Edge Condition
Edges are generally clean with minor chipping along the top edge
Print Quality
Standard 1998 Upper Deck print quality featuring matte finish and inset photo design
Estimated Value
$0.99 to $3.00 for raw condition
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical of raw base cards from the era with standard corner softness and centering tolerances
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Upper Deck hologram on the back and proper card stock thickness
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading as the raw value does not justify grading fees
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard low-value base card
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in 1998 Upper Deck retail and hobby wax packs
Historical Context
McCardell was a reliable possession receiver and key part of the explosive Jacksonville Jaguars offense alongside Jimmy Smith
Market Trends
Stable to low-demand market for veteran base cards from the late 1990s
Investment Potential
Minimal investment potential; primarily of interest to player collectors and set builders
Similar Cards
1998 Topps Keenan McCardell, 1998 Fleer Keenan McCardell
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader storage in a temperature-controlled environment
Interesting Facts
McCardell earned two Pro Bowl selections and won a Super Bowl ring with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers later in his career