Michael Bennett
Running Back · Minnesota Vikings
Upper Deck Evolve #Not visible directly, but part of the Evolve Memorabilia subset
Year & Era
2001 — Early Modern Era
Card Type
Event-Worn Jersey Relic Card Numbered Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Serial numbered 162/300, making it a moderately scarce parallel insert from a niche early 2000s product
Overall Assessment
A clean, nicely centered, serial-numbered jersey relic of a former first-round pick that serves as a nostalgic and affordable piece for early 2000s football card collectors
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 52/48 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom; Back not visible
Surface Condition
Clean surface with standard gloss preservation, minor typical hairline scratches on the toploader/holder
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no whitening, typical of well-preserved cards from this era
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no notable chipping or whitening along the borders
Print Quality
Good color saturation, crisp foil stamping, and clear typography consistent with Upper Deck production standards of 2001
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD for raw condition based on comparable running back memorabilia cards from the early 2000s
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and corner sharpness are well above average for early 2000s Upper Deck card stock
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp foil details, authentic game-used or event-used jersey swatch texture, and proper Upper Deck holographic backing or stamped serial numbering
Grading Recommendation
Raw — grading cost generally exceeds the added market value for a mid-tier player's numbered jersey card
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the numbering appears authentic and consistent with Upper Deck font styles of the era
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2001 Upper Deck football wax boxes or hobby packs distributed during the early 2001 NFL season
Historical Context
Michael Bennett was a speedy running back drafted in the first round of the 2001 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings, known for a promising rookie campaign before injuries derailed his peak years
Market Trends
Stable to flat market trend typical for non-star player memorabilia cards from the early modern era
Investment Potential
Low to moderate long-term investment potential, primarily recommended for player collectors, Vikings team collectors, or 2001 set builders
Similar Cards
2001 Upper Deck Pros and Prospects Michael Bennett, 2001 Fleer Platinum Michael Bennett jersey cards
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or a UV-protected magnetic one-touch holder in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Upper Deck Evolve was a short-lived experimental product line introduced in the early 2000s featuring futuristic metallic and segmented designs