Jaycee Horn
Cornerback (CB) · South Carolina Gamecocks (College) / Carolina Panthers (NFL drafting team)
Wild Card Alumination #Not visible (Standard card LS-JH or similar within subset)
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era / NIL-Draft Era
Card Type
Insert — Light Show (NIL/Draft Type)
Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print volume for base-level inserts in non-licensed retail sets.
Overall Assessment
A neat budget-friendly insert for a Jaycee Horn fan or South Carolina alum, but carries little hobby weight as a long-term asset.
Condition Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly biased toward the top-right; borderless design makes precise assessment difficult.
Surface Condition
Visible surface dimples and fine scratches under direct light; typical of thinner matte/aluminum finishes.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner shows minor white ticking; top left appears sharp but slightly soft.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping visible on the right edge along the dark background areas.
Print Quality
Average; colors are saturated but lack the crispness of high-end licensed products like Prizm or Optic.
Estimated Value
Raw: $1.00 - $5.00; Graded (PSA 9): $15.00 - $25.00. High supply/low demand for non-licensed college products.
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy; many of these suffer from edge chipping because of the dark ink on the thin card stock.
Authentication Tips
Focus on the textured 'Wild Card' logo and the weight of the card stock; these are rarely faked due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears authentic to the Wild Card brand production standards.
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a retail 'Alumination' box or a variety multi-pack commonly found in big-box stores.
Historical Context
Jaycee Horn was the first defensive player taken in the 2021 NFL Draft (8th overall); this card represents his pre-NFL hype.
Market Trends
Stable to low; defensive players in non-licensed (collegiate) uniforms have limited growth potential compared to offensive stars in NFL jerseys.
Investment Potential
Low; defensive utility players rarely see massive card value spikes, especially in college branding.
Similar Cards
Patrick Surtain II 2021 Wild Card, Jaycee Horn Panini Prizm Rookie, Greg Newsome II Wild Card Alumination.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the red pigment from fading.
Interesting Facts
The 'Light Show' insert series is known for its high-gloss, neon-accented graphics meant to mimic stadium lighting.