Diontae Johnson
Wide Receiver · Pittsburgh Steelers
2023 Panini Phoenix Football #No. 81
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a high print run, easily accessible on the secondary market with abundant population.
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable base card from a popular mid-tier modern release, ideal for casual collectors and Steelers fans rather than high-end investors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Appears relatively well-centered left to right with minor top-heavy bias characteristic of modern Panini card production.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; smooth card stock with standard gloss finish, free of major scratches or surface indentations under ambient light.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minor softening typical of fresh-from-pack handling, no significant dings or rounding.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with minimal to no chipping, maintaining a factory-cut standard.
Print Quality
Standard modern Panini print quality featuring clear photography, readable typography, and typical factory gloss finish without major ink spots or miscuts.
Estimated Value
$0.50 to $2.00 raw; graded copies generally do not command a premium unless part of a rare parallel or high-grade modern set submission.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with standard retail and hobby pack pulls from 2023 Panini Phoenix, showing typical factory centering tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Verify authenticity by checking official Panini copyright text on the back, standard card stock thickness, and crisp micro-printing typical of licensed 2023 releases.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS/SGC) as the grading fees and shipping costs far exceed the raw market value of a base veteran card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard pack-fresh modern base card appearance.
Provenance Notes
Sourced directly from 2023 Panini Phoenix Football hobby or retail packs/boxes distributed by Panini America.
Historical Context
Reflects Diontae Johnson's tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2023 NFL season, prior to subsequent trades.
Market Trends
Stable to declining demand for modern veteran base cards, heavily influenced by the player's team changes and overall offensive production.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for the base card; primarily suitable for team set builders or dedicated player collectors.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Prizm Diontae Johnson, 2023 Donruss Diontae Johnson, 2023 Panini Mosaic Diontae Johnson
Display & Preservation
Best preserved using a standard penny sleeve placed inside a rigid top loader or semi-rigid card holder, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Panini Phoenix is well-known in the hobby for its vibrant, fiery geometric background designs and distinct metalized/foil accents on inserts and parallels.