Pat Freiermuth
Tight End · Pittsburgh Steelers
2021 Panini Prizm Draft Picks - Crusade Insert #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 - Modern Era
Card Type
Insert Rookie Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered insert common to the Panini Prizm Draft Picks product line, high print run relative to numbered parallels.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert rookie card of a solid starting NFL tight end, offering great aesthetic appeal for a low financial investment.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered within acceptable modern manufacturing tolerances, roughly 50/50 left-right and top-bottom.
Surface Condition
Clean chromium surface with standard rainbow refractor gloss and no major scratches or print lines visible through the toploader.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with typical factory cut square tips, no apparent dings or softening.
Edge Condition
Clean clean-cut chromium edges with standard silver foil finish intact.
Print Quality
High-quality chromium finish with vibrant rainbow refractor light diffraction and crisp typography.
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard retail and hobby pack pulls of the Crusade insert subset for 2021 draft picks.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct chromium stock weight, smooth refractor lines, and crisp font reproduction typical of modern Panini issues.
Grading Recommendation
Raw-only recommended unless grading for personal collection, as the grading cost would likely exceed the added value for an unnumbered insert.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is raw inside a standard penny sleeve and toploader.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2021 Panini Prizm Draft Picks retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Features Pat Freiermuth during his transition from Penn State to the NFL as a reliable receiving tight end for the Steelers.
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by Pittsburgh Steelers team collectors and tight end enthusiasts.
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection or team PC; modest long-term growth tied to player performance.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Pat Freiermuth Base Rookie Card, 2021 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Silver Prizm
Display & Preservation
Store in a protective penny sleeve inside a rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The Crusade insert design originates from the iconic Donruss/Panini era and remains a fan-favorite subset featuring prominent stars and rookies.