Kyle Dugger
Safety · New England Patriots
Panini Absolute Football #RW-7
Year & Era
2020 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Rookie Wave Insert
Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common Insert; high print volume for this specific insert set.
Overall Assessment
An interesting novelty due to the name error, but primarily a low-value collector piece for Patriots fans.
Condition Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx. 45/55 Left-Right with a slight tilt; 50/50 Top-Bottom.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; visible light surface scuffing and minor dimples characteristic of foil/chrome stock.
Corner Condition
Slight softening visible on bottom right and top left corners; typical for paper/foil stock.
Edge Condition
Excellent; minor chipping on the bottom edge near the 'Absolute' logo box.
Print Quality
High-gloss foil finish with good color saturation, though the 'Kyle Williams' name error is a known production quirk.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard example; many copies suffer from edge chipping and corner wear due to the sensitive foil finish.
Authentication Tips
Check for Panini's micro-printing around the borders and the specific thickness of Absolute card stock.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading exceeds market value for this specific insert.
Red Flags
The name plate reads 'Kyle Williams' despite the image being Kyle Dugger; this is a known uncorrected error (UER).
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Panini Absolute retail and hobby packs in 2020.
Historical Context
Kyle Dugger was a rare Division II standout (Lenoir-Rhyne) drafted in the 2nd round by Bill Belichick.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; market interest in Dugger is limited to dedicated Patriots team collectors.
Investment Potential
Low; as a common insert with an uncorrected error, it lacks significant long-term growth potential.
Similar Cards
2020 Panini Prizm Kyle Dugger #363, 2020 Donruss Kyle Dugger #291.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further surface scratches on the foil finish.
Interesting Facts
The card mistakenly lists the player's name as 'Kyle Williams' on the front, a production error by Panini.
Notes
A rookie card