Kenny Pickett
Quarterback · Pittsburgh Panthers / Pittsburgh Steelers / Philadelphia Eagles
Panini Select Draft Picks #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base or Parallel Draft Picks Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common to uncommon depending on specific parallel variation; high print run for collegiate draft base products.
Overall Assessment
A neat collegiate card capturing Kenny Pickett's Pitt Panthers era, ideal for local player collectors and collegiate set builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor heavy-left lean; Back cannot be assessed from image.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with standard Panini chrome gloss reflection, no major scratches or print lines visible under direct flash.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with light potential softness visible on bottom left corner under magnification.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no major chipping or flaking observed.
Print Quality
Good color saturation and standard Panini Select refractor gloss finish.
Estimated Value
Estimated raw value between $2.00 to $5.00 USD depending on exact parallel tier.
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for Panini Select Draft Picks retail/hobby pulls with standard factory centering tendencies.
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini holographic stock, proper font formatting, and correct card back printing under 10x magnification.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw card value relative to grading fees.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card stock with typical lighting glare.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from Panini Select Draft Picks football retail or hobby packs released ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Historical Context
Features Kenny Pickett during his standout collegiate career at the University of Pittsburgh where he won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award and led the Panthers to an ACC Championship.
Market Trends
Stable to declining following Pickett's transition to a backup role with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Investment Potential
Low-to-moderate investment potential as a speculative backup quarterback hold; best suited for personal player collectors.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Kenny Pickett, 2022 Donruss Optic Collegiate Kenny Pickett
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and a rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Kenny Pickett famously popularized wearing specialized double gloves during his college career at Pitt.