Cooper Kupp
Wide Receiver · Los Angeles Rams
Donruss Optic — Panini #CR-10
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Chain Reaction
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered insert from a popular modern retail and hobby product; moderately common pull with standard population reports.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking and popular modern insert featuring an elite wide receiver. The card boasts strong visual appeal with its chromium reflective finish, making it a great addition for player collectors and set builders alike.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front and back appear reasonably well-centered within typical modern manufacturing tolerances, roughly 50/50 to 55/45 side-to-side.
Surface Condition
Near Mint to Mint. Glossy chromium finish with standard light handling reflections; no major scratches or indentations visible through the sleeve.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible fraying or rounding, standard for a fresh pull kept in a protective sleeve.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with standard factory cutting; no major chipping or denting observed.
Print Quality
High-quality chromium stock with vibrant holo foil patterns, sharp image registration, and typical Donruss Optic reflective sheen.
Estimated Value
Estimated raw value is approximately $5 to $15 USD, while a graded PSA 10 copy can command $30 to $60 depending on current market demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with standard retail or hobby pull examples from 2022 Donruss Optic insert sets, showing typical centering and clean edges.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct chromium card stock thickness, crisp micro-etching in the background pattern, and proper Panini holographic or foil finishes on the back.
Grading Recommendation
Raw-first recommended unless surface and centering under 10x magnification are flawless, as the raw value makes high grading fees potentially cost-prohibitive.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is consistent with authentic modern Panini Optic production.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from 2022 Donruss Optic Football wax packs, blaster boxes, or hobby boxes distributed by Panini America.
Historical Context
Features Cooper Kupp following his historic 2021 triple-crown receiving season and Super Bowl LVI MVP performance.
Market Trends
Stable collector demand driven by Cooper Kupp's fanbase and historical Super Bowl MVP status, though modern inserts fluctuate with team performance and health.
Investment Potential
Hold/Collector piece. Solid long-term hold for Rams fans and player collectors, but unlikely to experience explosive financial appreciation due to being an unnumbered modern insert.
Similar Cards
2022 Donruss Optic Base, rated rookies from the same year, and other insert subsets like Mythical or Downtown.
Display & Preservation
Best preserved inside a penny sleeve followed by a rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The 'Chain Reaction' insert set visually incorporates a chain motif throughout the background design to highlight playmakers who link up big offensive plays.