T.J. Watt
Linebacker / Edge Rusher · Pittsburgh Steelers
2022 Score Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — League Leaders
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert, high print run typical of modern Score retail and hobby boxes.
Overall Assessment
A vibrant and visually appealing modern insert celebrating an elite defensive player's milestone accomplishment, ideal for player collectors and set builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with minor top-to-bottom variance, typical of Score retail products.
Surface Condition
Near Mint, clean gloss with no prominent scratches or print lines visible in standard lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no whitening, typical of a fresh card pull.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut and no visible chipping.
Print Quality
Standard modern card stock with decent color saturation and sharp typography.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard raw copies pulled from 2022 Score blasters or hobby boxes with typical factory centering.
Authentication Tips
Verify against standard 2022 Score card stock and check for crisp text and accurate foil/color gradients on the League Leaders banner.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading due to low raw value; grading costs would exceed the card's final market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Originates from standard 2022 Score Football retail or hobby distribution channels.
Historical Context
Celebrates T.J. Watt tying the single-season NFL sack record (19.5 sacks), highlighting his dominance as one of the premier pass rushers of his era.
Market Trends
Stable market for modern defensive player inserts, with value largely dependent on T.J. Watt's on-field performance and Defensive Player of the Year candidacy.
Investment Potential
Low monetary investment potential given the high print run of base inserts, but a great PC (Personal Collection) piece for Steelers fans.
Similar Cards
Other T.J. Watt inserts from 2022 Panini products such as Donruss Gridiron Kings or Prestige Xtra Points.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Score is one of the longest-running brands in football cards, known for its fun, vibrant, and nostalgic design subsets like League Leaders.