DeShone Kizer
Quarterback · Cleveland Browns
Donruss Optic Rookie Phenoms #RP-DK
Year & Era
2017 — Current/Chrome Era
Card Type
Rookie Patch Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common insert parallel, unnumbered version readily available on the secondary market
Overall Assessment
An affordable and visually striking rookie memorabilia card for a Cleveland Browns fan or 2017 set builder, though lacking high monetary value
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Fairly well-centered, slightly heavy on the right border
Surface Condition
Near Mint surface with good gloss and no major scratches visible through the holder
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minor softening typical of modern chrome-style stock
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no major chipping or silvering visible along the perimeter
Print Quality
Standard Panini Optic chromium finish with vibrant red background and clean player cutouts
Estimated Value
$2 to $5 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set with standard centering and typical corner wear out of the pack
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Optic chromium sheen, correct font styling, and standard Panini thickness for memorabilia inserts
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value which would not cover grading fees
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; appears to be a genuine modern insert card
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2017 Donruss Optic Football hobby or retail packs
Historical Context
Part of the heavily collected 2017 rookie class featuring notable quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson
Market Trends
Stable to low-value market typical for backup or former prospects from the 2017 draft class
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; primarily of interest to team collectors or set builders
Similar Cards
2017 Donruss Optic Rookie Patch Autographs, 2017 Panini Prizm Rookie Memorabilia cards
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a top loader or semi-rigid holder away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
DeShone Kizer was selected in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns out of Notre Dame