Chase McLaughlin
Kicker · Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Topps Chrome Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Wave Refractor Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered parallel common to the Topps Chrome retail and hobby product lines, meaning tens to hundreds of thousands exist, but specific player pop counts remain low due to lack of star status.
Overall Assessment
A clean, visually appealing modern refractor parallel of a dependable NFL specialist. While low in monetary value, it features high production quality and is a fun grab for Buccaneers team collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean chrome surface with standard wave refractor pattern and vibrant reflectivity, minor potential light hairline scratches typical of raw chrome stock under direct light.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding, dings, or whitening based on visual inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean silver chrome edges showing no chipping, flaking, or roughness.
Print Quality
High print quality with crisp typography, strong color saturation on the Buccaneers uniform elements, and an even distribution of the wave refractor pattern across the card stock.
Estimated Value
Estimated raw value around $2 to $5 USD, with graded copies commanding slightly higher depending on the grading tier.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface shine appear comparable to standard factory-fresh pulls from Topps Chrome wax packs, with typical slight shifting in the left-right border common for the set.
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Topps Chrome card thickness, correct reflective wave pattern texture on the front surface, and sharp, legible team logos and player text without pixelation or dot-matrix printing.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the low market value of kicker cards, as the grading fees would likely exceed the card's final graded market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard pack-fresh condition with no signs of trimming, altering, or counterfeit stocks.
Provenance Notes
Sourced directly from Topps Chrome football hobby or retail wax packs or blaster boxes distributed through official hobby channels.
Historical Context
Represents the modern era return of Topps producing officially licensed NFL and collegiate player cards via partnership agreements, capturing role players and specialists often omitted in smaller sets.
Market Trends
Kicker cards generally experience low market demand and stable, minimal pricing unless the player sets notable NFL scoring records or hits a game-winning playoff kick.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to the low collectibility of kicker positions, best suited for team set builders and personal player PC (personal collection) collectors.
Similar Cards
Other modern kicker refractor parallels, Topps Chrome base and parallel cards of specialist positions from recent years.
Display & Preservation
Recommended to store in a standard penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or a one-touch magnetic holder, kept away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the chrome surface.
Interesting Facts
Chase McLaughlin played for numerous NFL franchises as a journeyman kicker before establishing himself as a reliable long-range weapon for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.