Derek Stingley Jr.
Cornerback · Houston Texans
Panini Mosaic #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Silver Mosaic Parallel Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered retail or hobby Silver Mosaic parallel; common enough to see frequent market availability but desirable for player collectors.
Overall Assessment
A sharp, highly attractive Silver Mosaic rookie card of a star starting cornerback. Ideal for Texans team collectors and defensive specialist PC builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 52/48 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Excellent visual symmetry that easily meets major grading company standards.
Surface Condition
Near Mint / Mint. The characteristic reflective Mosaic pattern shows good gloss with no obvious scratches or print lines visible through the toploader.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent rounding or chipping, consistent with a clean raw card straight from a pack.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or silver foil flaking along the borders.
Print Quality
High-quality chromium finish with vibrant holographic light-refracting properties typical of Panini Mosaic stock.
Estimated Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded PSA 10: $25 - $50 based on recent comparable sales for defensive back chromium parallels.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly above average compared to typical off-center Panini cuts from this release year.
Authentication Tips
Check for the authentic Panini holographic logo on the back, correct card stock thickness, and sharp micro-mosaic patterning which is difficult for counterfeiters to replicate.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA. Given the low raw value, grading is generally only worthwhile if you are certain it will gem (PSA 10) for a personal collection or player PC.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed in the image; card appears authentic and unaltered inside its protective sleeve and toploader.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2022 Panini Mosaic Football retail or hobby packs/boxes.
Historical Context
Derek Stingley Jr. was selected 3rd overall in the 2022 NFL Draft by the Houston Texans, bringing elite defensive talent to the franchise.
Market Trends
Defensive back cards generally experience stable but lower market demand compared to offensive skill positions like quarterbacks and wide receivers.
Investment Potential
Hold. Defensive players rarely see massive speculative spikes unless they accumulate multiple All-Pro selections and Defensive Player of the Year awards.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Derek Stingley Jr. Rookie Card, 2022 Donruss Optic Derek Stingley Jr. Rated Rookie
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder (like a Cardboard Gold Graded Card Sleeve or top loader), kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Stingley was widely regarded as a generational cornerback prospect coming out of LSU, anchoring a strong defensive rookie class.