Aaron Rodgers
Quarterback · New York Jets
Donruss Football (Panini) ##151
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era/Chrome Era
Card Type
Press Proof Blue Parallel
Grade
Raw — Estimated 8.5 to 9.0 (NM-MT+)
Rarity
Unnumbered Retail Parallel. Relatively common but more scarce than the base silver border version.
Overall Assessment
A great looking card for a New York Jets fan or Aaron Rodgers player collector, capturing a historic moment of a Hall of Fame QB switching teams.
Condition Grade
Raw — Estimated 8.5 to 9.0 (NM-MT+)
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 60/40 Top-to-Bottom; fairly well balanced Left-to-Right. The bottom border appears slightly thicker than the top.
Surface Condition
Near Mint. Appears clean with no visible dimples or wax staining, though minor surface scratches are common on these matte finishes.
Corner Condition
Near Mint to Mint. The top right corner shows a very slight touch of white, but others appear sharp.
Edge Condition
Near Mint. The blue borders are prone to chipping; no major chipping is visible in current resolution.
Print Quality
High. Consistent color saturation in the Jets green and Donruss blue. Image is sharp and clear.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw); $30.00 - $50.00 (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Slightly better centering than average for this retail subset, which often suffers from severe vertical shifts.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Panini 'Knight' logo watermark on the back and the specific paper stock thickness characteristic of 2023 Donruss.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for high-tier grading unless chasing a personal registry. The cost of grading currently exceeds the market value for all but Gem Mint copies.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a retail 'Blaster' box or 'Fat Pack' where Press Proof parallels are distributed.
Historical Context
This card marks Rodgers' first year with the Jets after a legendary 18-year tenure with the Green Bay Packers.
Market Trends
Stable/Slightly Declining. Rodgers Jets cards saw a peak in late 2023; value now relies on his active recovery and performance in the upcoming season.
Investment Potential
Low. As a non-rookie base parallel of a veteran, value is capped unless it is a rare 1/1 version.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Prizm Blue Ice, 2023 Donruss Variations, Sauce Gardner 2022 Rookie Cards.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader is sufficient. Use a blue-bordered 'one-touch' magnetic case for aesthetic display.
Interesting Facts
Rodgers was featured heavily in Jets gear for this set despite his season-ending Achilles injury shortly after the card's production.