Kyle Trask
Quarterback · Florida Gators / Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Wild Card Alumination StarBright #Not visible (Estimated #SB11)
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era (Post-Panini Monopoly)
Card Type
Prospecting / Rookie Insert Parallel (Green)
Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint (7-8)
Rarity
Common; while the Green parallel is a variation, the high print volume of unlicensed Wild Card products makes this widely available.
Overall Assessment
A visually appealing tertiary rookie-year card for a Florida Gators fan or player completist, but lacks the clout and value of licensed NFL products.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint (7-8)
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly bottom-heavy with a tilt toward the right edge.
Surface Condition
Surface shows typical minor micro-scratches common with the 'Alumination' chrome-style finish; high gloss but prone to fingerprints.
Corner Condition
Lower right corner shows slight white chipping; top corners appear relatively sharp but display standard factory dings.
Edge Condition
Roughness visible on the right edge along the green border; typical of Wild Card's die-cut style production sheets.
Print Quality
Average; colors are vibrant but the unlicensed nature means team logos are airbrushed out, and image resolution is slightly soft.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy; many Wild Card products suffer from minor edge chipping and centering issues, and this example is consistent with those trends.
Authentication Tips
Verify the refractive 'Alumination' foil effect; counterfeiting is rare for this specific brand due to low market value, but check for cardboard thickness consistency.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the lack of logos is intended (unlicensed) rather than a sign of a fake.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via retail blaster boxes and hobby boxes of 2021 Wild Card Alumination; common secondary market 'filler' card.
Historical Context
Released during Trask's hype cycle following a record-breaking senior season at Florida and his selection by the Buccaneers in the second round of the NFL Draft.
Market Trends
Value has declined significantly since its 2021 release as the player occupies a backup role in the NFL; market interest is currently low.
Investment Potential
Low; Kyle Trask remains a backup, and being an unlicensed (non-NFL/NFLPA) card further limits long-term growth compared to Panini Prizm or Optic.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Kyle Trask, 2021 Sage Hit Kyle Trask, 2021 Leaf Metal Draft Kyle Trask.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the green ink from fading.
Interesting Facts
Wild Card was a major brand in the 1990s known for 'Stripe' parallels and returned to the market recently to capitalize on the modern card boom.