Jerome Bettis
Running Back · Pittsburgh Steelers
Panini Prestige #AGS-12
Year & Era
2021 — Current/Chrome Era
Card Type
Insert — Any Given Sunday
Grade
1-2 (Poor/Fair) estimated
Rarity
Common insert; high print run with many copies available in far superior condition.
Overall Assessment
A damaged 2021 Panini Prestige insert of Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis. While the player is iconic, the card has high production numbers and this specific copy is heavily worn, rendering it of negligible financial value.
Condition Grade
1-2 (Poor/Fair) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Significantly shifted to the right; approximately 70/30 distribution.
Surface Condition
Poor. Major vertical crease through the center and extensive surface wear/scratches across the top black section.
Corner Condition
Poor. Significant rounding and whitening visible on all four corners, especially the top two.
Edge Condition
Poor. Notable chipping and color loss along the top and left edges.
Print Quality
Standard retail print quality; colors are muted due to surface damage.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $1.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in significantly worse condition than most examples found in the hobby, which are typically found in Near-Mint or better condition.
Authentication Tips
Verify Panini logo and 'Any Given Sunday' dot-matrix foil effect; look for standard 20pt card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended. The cost of grading exceeds the value of the card by a factor of 20x.
Red Flags
Extensive structural damage (creasing) makes this a 'filler' card at best.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in 2021 Panini Prestige retail packs (Blasters, Mega Boxes, Fat Packs).
Historical Context
Commemorates the Jan 15, 2006 AFC Divisional playoff game where the Steelers upset the Colts.
Market Trends
Jerome Bettis remains a popular legend, but common modern inserts in low grade have no growth potential.
Investment Potential
None. This is a personal collection (PC) item only due to condition.
Similar Cards
2021 Prestige 'Power House' or 'Heroes of the Hall' inserts.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further creasing.
Interesting Facts
This specific game featured the famous 'Bettis Fumble' and the subsequent tackle by Ben Roethlisberger to save the game.