Danny Gray
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers
2022 Score Football — Red Zone Parallel #Not visible (Estimated 300-400 range in base set)
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Rookie Card Red Zone Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert (Red Zone variation), but modest overall scarcity due to high print runs of modern Score retail/hobby products.
Overall Assessment
A neat, visually appealing rookie parallel for a team collector, featuring clean colors that match the 49ers uniform, but holding minimal monetary value.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered left-to-right, slightly heavy top-to-bottom border variation standard for Score.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss with minimal fingerprint smudges, though standard minor hairline scuffs on the dark borders can occur.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners typical of fresh pulls, minor softening possible under direct macro inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; dark borders show typical minor chipping vulnerability on modern card stock.
Print Quality
Good color saturation with vibrant red foil background and crisp typography, typical of Panini Score modern printing standards.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard pack-fresh 2022 Score Red Zone parallels of late-round or backup rookies.
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini foil stamping and correct card stock thickness. Modern base and parallels like this are rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS/SGC) because the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the graded card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card in a protective penny sleeve.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from 2022 Score Football retail or hobby packs, distributed widely by Panini America.
Historical Context
Danny Gray was drafted by the 49ers in the 3rd round of the 2022 NFL Draft, known for blazing 4.33 speed coming out of SMU.
Market Trends
Stable to declining, typical for depth-chart wide receivers whose on-field production has been limited.
Investment Potential
Low investment outlook; primarily suited for 49ers team collectors or player PC builders rather than financial investors.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Donruss Rookie Cards, 2022 Score Base Rookies of San Francisco 49ers prospects.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and rigid top loader inside a dry, temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The 'Red Zone' parallel subset features a distinctive red foil border that matches the San Francisco 49ers primary team colors quite well.