Max Klare
Tight End (TE) · Purdue Boilermakers
Leaf Optichrome #Not visible (Estimated base or parallel in set)
Year & Era
2024 — Modern NIL/Chrome Era
Card Type
Pink Parallel (NIL/Prospect Card)
Grade
8.5 - 9.0 (Near Mint-Mint) estimated raw
Rarity
Unnumbered retail or hobby parallel; relatively common within the Leaf Optichrome production run.
Overall Assessment
A sharp-looking modern prospect card. Best for Purdue fans or deep-roster college football collectors. Value is currently niche.
Condition Grade
8.5 - 9.0 (Near Mint-Mint) estimated raw
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx. 60/40 Top-to-Bottom, Left-to-Right looks relatively stable but has slight tilt.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; visible light scratches on the penny sleeve, but the card surface appears clean under direct light with secondary refractor glow.
Corner Condition
Sharp; no visible white dings or rounding at this resolution.
Edge Condition
Clean; no obvious chipping or silvering along the pink borders.
Print Quality
High saturation with standard Leaf Optichrome finish; minor graininess in the player image typical of non-licensed college sets.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Highly dependent on player performance as an NIL asset)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering appears consistent with Leaf's recent quality control for this specific design.
Authentication Tips
Verify 'Leaf' logo and Optichrome branding; check for high-gloss finish and card stock thickness characteristic of chromium technology.
Grading Recommendation
Raw recommended. Grading costs would likely exceed the current market value unless the player becomes a top-tier NFL prospect.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is properly sleeved.
Provenance Notes
Produced under NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) licensing; lacks official Purdue logo due to Leaf's non-licensed status.
Historical Context
Part of the first major wave of commercialized NIL cards allowing fans to collect college athletes before they turn pro.
Market Trends
NIL cards are highly volatile; value is currently tied to Klare's performance at Purdue and future NFL Draft stock.
Investment Potential
Moderate to Low; speculative asset relying on the player making a leap to the professional level.
Similar Cards
Bowers, Sanders, and other 2024 college standouts in Leaf metal or chrome sets.
Display & Preservation
Keep in the current penny sleeve and add a Top Loader to prevent surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
Max Klare is a notable redshirt sophomore at Purdue who saw increased usage due to his reliable catching ability.