Tua Tagovailoa
Quarterback · Miami Dolphins
Panini Absolute Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 - Modern Chrome/Digital Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (7-8) estimated
Rarity
Common; high-volume print run typical for Absolute base retail/hobby sets.
Overall Assessment
A standard, attractive base card for a Dolphins fan or player collector, but lacks the rarity or condition perfection to be a high-end investment piece.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (7-8) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Roughly 45/55 Left-to-Right; Top-Bottom appears slightly heavy at the bottom due to the design layout.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; visible fingerprints and minor surface smudging can be seen under the direct light, typical for high-gloss Panini stock.
Corner Condition
The top left corner shows slight softening; the bottom right corner appears to have a minor white ding, which is common in Absolute sets due to paper stock quality.
Edge Condition
Minor white chipping visible on the top and left edges; the die-cut styling of the graphic makes edge wear more apparent.
Print Quality
Standard Panini production; good color saturation with the Miami aqua, though the focus on the player image is slightly soft compared to Prizm or Optic.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Slightly below average due to visible corner wear and edge chipping, which are frequent issues with the 2023 Absolute design.
Authentication Tips
Check for the holofoil logo in the top left 'Absolute Football' stamp and the texture of the card stock, which should be a medium-weight glossy cardboard.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental; the high population and low market value for base veteran cards often result in grading fees exceeding the card's value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; appears to be an authentic base card from a recent pack pull.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a 2023 Absolute Football Blaster Box or Mega Box found at retail outlets like Walmart or Target.
Historical Context
Features Tua as an established 'Captain' (C-patch visible) for the Dolphins following his breakout performance in the Mike McDaniel era.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining; base veteran cards generally lose value over time unless the player wins a major award or Super Bowl.
Investment Potential
Low; base cards have high pops. Investment focus should be on his 2020 Rookie parallels or Rare Inserts like 'Kaboom!'.
Similar Cards
2020 Panini Absolute Tua Tagovailoa Rookie Card; 2023 Panini Prizm Tua Tagovailoa Base.
Display & Preservation
Recommend a penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the aqua color from fading.
Interesting Facts
Tua is the first left-handed quarterback to be drafted in the first round since Tim Tebow in 2010.