Darius Slayton
Wide Receiver · New York Giants
2020 Donruss Football #Not explicitly visible from front, likely part of the base set (numbered 1-400)
Year & Era
2020 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Rarity
Common base card with a massive print run, widely available on the secondary market.
Overall Assessment
An affordable, clean base card of a dependable NFL wide receiver, ideal for Giants fans and casual collectors rather than high-end investors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front centering looks relatively balanced, with a slight heavier border on the right and bottom sides relative to the top and left, typical of modern Panini mass production.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with standard gloss finish, no visible major scratches or surface indentations through the top loader.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners visible inside the protective sleeve, though minor touch wear on the tips can only be confirmed upon closer inspection out of the holder.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut, no obvious chipping or major whitening along the visible borders.
Print Quality
Standard Panini modern cardstock and foil accents with decent color saturation and image clarity.
Estimated Value
$1 - $3 raw, minimal value for graded copies unless hitting a pristine Gem Mint 10 which would command under $15.
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example of a 2020 Donruss base card, matching standard factory centering and corner tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Modern base cards are rarely counterfeited due to low profit margins; look for standard Donruss card stock thickness and crisp font rendering.
Grading Recommendation
Not worthwhile to grade professionally as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern raw card in a top loader.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2020 Donruss retail or hobby pack, common distribution via mass-market boxes.
Historical Context
Darius Slayton established himself as a reliable deep threat and consistent wide receiver target for the New York Giants following his fifth-round selection in the 2019 NFL Draft.
Market Trends
Stable to declining market for role-player wide receiver base cards; highly dependent on individual player performance seasons.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to high print runs and base card status; best suited for personal player collections or team set builders.
Similar Cards
2020 Donruss rookies and base variations, other mid-tier wide receiver base cards from Panini sets.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader protection is more than adequate for a modern base card of this value tier.
Interesting Facts
Slayton led the Giants in receiving yards during his rookie campaign in 2019, quickly becoming a fan favorite in New York.