Patrick Mahomes II
Quarterback · Kansas City Chiefs
Panini Absolute Football ##92
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent)
Rarity
Common; high print run base card.
Overall Assessment
A standard base card of a future Hall of Famer. Ideal for Mahomes player collectors or set builders, but not a high-end investment piece.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent)
Centering Assessment
Front: Appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), Top-Bottom appears balanced.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; minor surface micro-scratching may be present on the gloss but no major dimples or print lines visible.
Corner Condition
Slight softening visible on the bottom right corner; others appear relatively sharp for a paper-stock base card.
Edge Condition
Minor white chipping visible on the bottom edge and some slight roughness on the right edge.
Print Quality
Standard retail quality; good color saturation and clear registration of the Chiefs logo and jersey details.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $5.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Falls in the median range of quality for Absolute base; these cards are prone to edge chipping due to the dark red borders.
Authentication Tips
Check for the Panini 'P' logo on the back, verify the thickness of the card stock (standard 20-35pt), and check for clean foil stamping on the Absolute logo.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading exceeds the market value of a base card in this condition.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic.
Provenance Notes
Commonly found in 2021 Absolute retail packs (blasters, hangers) and hobby boxes.
Historical Context
Produced during Mahomes' 5th season, further cementing his status as a perennial Super Bow contender and hobby icon.
Market Trends
Stable; base veteran cards of Mahomes generally hold a floor value as he is the face of the NFL, but they do not fluctuate wildly with performance.
Investment Potential
Low; high supply prevents significant price appreciation for base cards compared to parallels or rookies.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm #200 Patrick Mahomes, 2021 Donruss #115 Patrick Mahomes.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further edge wear; avoid direct UV light to prevent red ink fading.
Interesting Facts
Absolute Football is known more for its 'Kaboom!' inserts than its base set, making this a secondary collector piece.