Rashid Shaheed
Wide Receiver · New Orleans Saints
2023 Donruss Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a massive print run typical of retail and hobby Donruss products.
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable base card of an exciting playmaker, ideal for Saints team collectors and Rashid Shaheed fans.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the right and top, typical of modern Donruss production quality.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss overall with a few minor hairline scuffs visible under direct light.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear reasonably sharp with minor softening typical of un-sleeved raw modern stock.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with minimal chipping, though typical paper stock fuzz is present.
Print Quality
Standard modern offset printing with acceptable color saturation and typical border alignment tolerances.
Estimated Value
$1 - $3 raw; graded 10 copies may command $15 - $25 depending on market demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface quality are average for typical 2023 Donruss base cards pulled straight from packs.
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Donruss card stock thickness and crisp font rendering on the back; modern base cards are rarely counterfeited.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the low raw value, unless part of a bulk submission or personal PC.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw modern card without signs of trimming or alteration.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2023 Donruss retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Shaheed gained notoriety as an undrafted free agent sensation known for explosive kick returns and deep-threat receiving touchdowns.
Market Trends
Stable market reflecting Shaheed's status as an exciting deep threat and return specialist for the Saints.
Investment Potential
Low-to-moderate investment potential as a base card, best held for player collectors rather than financial upside.
Similar Cards
2023 Donruss rookies and inserts of Rashid Shaheed, other mid-tier wide receiver base cards from modern Panini sets.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader away from direct sunlight and humidity to preserve condition.
Interesting Facts
Holds NCAA records for career kickoff returns for touchdowns before breaking out in the NFL as an explosive weapon.