Justin Fields
Quarterback (QB) · Ohio State Buckeyes (College) / Chicago Bears / Pittsburgh Steelers
Wild Card Alumination Light Show #Not visible, but typically part of the LS-1 through LS-20 insert series
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era (Rookie Year)
Card Type
Rookie Insert (Light Show)
Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint (Potential 8 or 9)
Rarity
Common Insert; this is a mass-produced unlicensed rookie year insert with high availability.
Overall Assessment
A nice budget-friendly rookie year insert for an Ohio State fan or Fields completist, but not a high-value investment piece.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint (Potential 8 or 9)
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx. 60/40); top-to-bottom looks reasonably balanced at 50/50.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; the card is currently in a multi-pocket page which obscures fine detail, but no major scratches or dimples are visible through the plastic.
Corner Condition
Sharp; the bottom-left and bottom-right corners appear crisp with no obvious whitening or fraying visible.
Edge Condition
Near Mint; edges appear straight with no major chipping, though black borders on this set are prone to showing minor wear.
Print Quality
Standard quality for Wild Card; colors are saturated, but lack the high-end foil layering found in Panini or Topps premium products.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (Slabbed PSA 9)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy appears to have average centering compared to other Alumination Light Show pulls, which often suffer from minor lateral shifts.
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Wild Card' holofoil logo and the specific thickness of the card stock. Unlicensed cards like this are rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading (approx. $15+) exceeds the current market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears to be an authentic pull from a retail or hobby box.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Wild Card Alumination hobby and retail boxes during the 2021 draft season.
Historical Context
Justin Fields was a standout at Ohio State and a top-15 NFL draft pick; this card captures his collegiate image before he entered the NFL.
Market Trends
Declining/Stable; Justin Fields' market has softened following his trade to the Steelers and his transition to a backup/bridge role.
Investment Potential
Low; as an unlicensed product (no NFL/Team logos), it will always trail behind Panini Prizm, Optic, or Donruss in value.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Draft Picks, 2021 Sage Hit, 2021 Leaf Draft Justin Fields.
Display & Preservation
Move from the multi-pocket page to a penny sleeve and a rigid top-loader to prevent corner dings and surface scratches.
Interesting Facts
Wild Card was a major brand in the 1990s that went defunct and was recently revived to produce unlicensed collegiate products.