Cooper Kupp
Wide Receiver · Los Angeles Rams (Eastern Washington Eagles college uniform)
Panini Select Football (Draft Picks) #Not clearly visible, likely part of the Collegiate Draft Picks set base or parallel checklist
Year & Era
2017 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Collegiate Base or Parallel Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint based on visual inspection
Rarity
Common base or low-tier parallel from Panini Select Draft Picks, high print run relative to true rookie cards in NFL uniform.
Overall Assessment
A nice collegiate card of a star NFL wide receiver, ideal for player collectors and fans of Cooper Kupp, though limited in value compared to his true NFL rookie cards.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint based on visual inspection
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor left-heavy lean, back not visible.
Surface Condition
Clean glossy chrome-style surface with no major scratches or print lines visible under standard lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no whitening visible.
Edge Condition
Clean edges typical of Panini chrome stock with no major chipping.
Print Quality
Standard Panini Select chromium finish with sharp player image and metallic accents.
Estimated Value
5 to 20 USD raw, depending on the exact parallel version.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface appear standard for modern Panini retail/hobby pulls of this tier.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini branding, correct font usage, card stock thickness, and reflective chromium shine.
Grading Recommendation
Raw/Ungraded recommended unless grading a rare numbered parallel, as grading costs likely exceed the raw value of a base college card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw modern card handling.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from Panini Select Collegiate packs or boxes distributed around 2017.
Historical Context
Features Cooper Kupp in his collegiate uniform from Eastern Washington University prior to his standout NFL career with the Los Angeles Rams and Super Bowl MVP performance.
Market Trends
Stable market reflecting Cooper Kupp's established veteran star status and historic Triple Crown season impact.
Investment Potential
Modest investment potential for collegiate cards compared to NFL uniform rookie cards; hold for personal collection.
Similar Cards
2017 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Cooper Kupp, 2017 Donruss Cooper Kupp RC
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Kupp set numerous FCS receiving records at Eastern Washington before being drafted in the 3rd round of the 2017 NFL Draft.