Roquan Smith
Linebacker · Baltimore Ravens / Chicago Bears
2023 Panini Mosaic Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Current Era
Card Type
Insert / Sub-Set Parallel (Stained Glass or Similar Die-Cut/Insert Style)
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 potential)
Rarity
Uncommon insert parallel within modern retail/hobby packs, though defensive players carry lower multipliers than offensive stars
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern insert of an elite NFL linebacker featuring a dynamic game action photo, ideal for team collectors and player PC builders
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 potential)
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the top/right border; Back: Not visible in image
Surface Condition
Mosaic reflective holo pattern appears clean with standard factory gloss, no major scratches or print lines visible under general lighting
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no obvious rounding or dings visible in the image
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard cutting quality for Panini chrome card stock
Print Quality
High gloss reflection, typical crisp Panini Mosaic chromium finish with deep purple and silver optical refractor grid
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 raw depending on the exact insert checklist and variant
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly shifted compared to gem mint examples, which commonly suffer from Panini's notorious quality control issues
Authentication Tips
Check for correct textured mosaic foil reflection, proper card thickness, and official Panini branding on the reverse
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to the low raw market value of defensive player inserts, unless part of a personal set registry
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is raw and ungraded
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from a 2023 Panini Mosaic retail or hobby pack
Historical Context
Features a specific game action shot from the January 8, 2023 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals during the Ravens' playoff push
Market Trends
Defensive players tend to have stable, niche collector markets that rarely experience explosive growth unless they win Defensive Player of the Year
Investment Potential
Low investment return potential for modern defensive player inserts; best kept as a PC (personal collection) piece for Ravens fans
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Prizm Roquan Smith parallels, other Mosaic inserts featuring star defensive players like Micah Parsons or T.J. Watt
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or top loader to protect the chrome surface and corners from scratching
Interesting Facts
Roquan Smith became one of the highest-paid linebackers in NFL history after being traded from the Chicago Bears to the Baltimore Ravens