Luther Burden III
Wide Receiver · Chicago Bears / Missouri Tigers (College-focused)
Panini Mosaic Football / Draft Picks #Not fully visible, part of Elevate insert set
Year & Era
2024 — Modern NIL/Chrome Era
Card Type
Elevate Mosaic Parallel (Silver/Prizm)
Grade
Raw — Appears 8 to 9 (NM-MT)
Rarity
Common insert parallel; high volume production typical of retail Mosaic
Overall Assessment
A solid modern insert for a top prospect, best suited for fans of Mizzou or speculative collectors
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears 8 to 9 (NM-MT)
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx 60/40 Left-Right; bottom-heavy registration
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard high-gloss finish with no major scratches visible
Corner Condition
Generally sharp; slight whitening visible on the bottom right corner tip
Edge Condition
Near Mint; minor rough factory edges typical of Mosaic stock
Print Quality
High saturation; distinctive 'elevate' foil blocking and geometric pattern
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly inferior to Gem Mint examples often seen in this set
Authentication Tips
Check for Panini logo patterns in the chrome finish and proper card thickness
Grading Recommendation
PSA; however, raw value likely does not justify grading costs currently
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; appears to be an authentic pack-pulled card
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from 2024 Panini Mosaic Draft Picks retail or hobby boxes
Historical Context
Burden is a top-tier NIL era athlete and highly-rated NFL prospect
Market Trends
Speculative; value tied directly to Burden's collegiate performance and draft projection
Investment Potential
Moderate long-term; high ceiling if Burden becomes a first-round NFL pick
Similar Cards
2024 Panini Prizm Draft Picks, Bowman U Chrome Luther Burden III
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader recommended to prevent surface scratches
Interesting Facts
The Elevate insert set is designed to highlight high-flying or rising star players