KeiVarae Russell
Cornerback · Kansas City Chiefs
Panini Donruss Football #368
Year & Era
2016 - Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Grade
Grading Estimate: 1-2 (Poor/Fair)
Rarity
Common; high print run base rookie card.
Overall Assessment
This is a standard base rookie card of KeiVarae Russell from the 2016 Donruss set. Due to the player's career trajectory and the heavy physical damage/wear visible on the corners and edges, the card holds sentimental or set-filler value only rather than financial investment value.
Condition Grade
Grading Estimate: 1-2 (Poor/Fair)
Centering Assessment
Appears heavily shifted toward the top and right side; centering is poor.
Surface Condition
Significant surface wear visible with multiple white scratches/scuffs in the red header area and potential moisture damage or staining.
Corner Condition
All four corners show severe whitening, fraying, and rounding; the bottom right corner is heavily damaged.
Edge Condition
Heavy chipping and silvering/whitening along all edges, especially the top and bottom borders.
Print Quality
Average for the era, but the image focus on the card design itself is soft, and the red borders are highly susceptible to visible chipping.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $0.25 (Bulk/Common bin value)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in significantly worse condition than most 'pack-fresh' examples found in the hobby; most collectors would consider this a 'filler' copy only.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Donruss 'Rated Rookie' or logo foil/gloss finish; however, this player/card is not a target for counterfeiting due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading (approx. $15-$25) vastly exceeds the market value of the card, particularly in this condition.
Red Flags
Significant physical damage; the card appears to have been handled extensively without protection (no sleeve/toploader).
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Donruss hobby and retail packs; Russell was a 3rd round pick for the Chiefs in 2016 but was waived before his rookie season began.
Historical Context
Russell had a unique start to his career, being a high draft pick for the Chiefs but famously being cut just weeks into his first season, later playing for the Bengals.
Market Trends
Low/Stagnant. Defensive back cards generally have lower price ceilings unless they are Hall of Fame tier; Russell is no longer an active primary NFL star.
Investment Potential
None; this is a common card of a non-star player in poor condition.
Similar Cards
2016 Donruss Rated Rookies of Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, or Tyreek Hill.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge whitening and surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
Despite being featured in Chiefs gear on his rookie cards, he never played a regular-season snap for Kansas City.