Asante Samuel Jr.
Cornerback · Los Angeles Chargers
2021 Donruss Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base card with high print run
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive base rookie card of a solid NFL defensive player, ideal for team collectors and set builders
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint, clean gloss with standard Donruss card stock
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding or dings
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting, no chipping observed
Print Quality
Standard modern retail/hobby print quality with good color saturation
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set with acceptable centering and clean corners
Authentication Tips
Check for official Donruss foil logo and card stock thickness typical of 2021 Panini products
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw card value relative to grading fees
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2021 Donruss retail or hobby packs
Historical Context
Features Asante Samuel Jr. during his rookie campaign after being drafted in the second round out of Florida State
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining, typical for modern defensive back base rookies
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for the base card; primarily a collector piece for Chargers fans
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Asante Samuel Jr. Rookie, 2021 Select Asante Samuel Jr. Rookie
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader stored in a dry, cool environment away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Son of former Pro Bowl NFL cornerback Asante Samuel