Luke Schoonmaker
Tight End · Dallas Cowboys
2023 Panini Contenders #Rookie Stallions Insert
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Rookie Stallions
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Rarity
Common insert from a retail/hobby product, high print run relative to parallels.
Overall Assessment
A neat, visually appealing insert of a young tight end for Cowboys fans, but holds minimal financial value in the broader market.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 8-9)
Centering Assessment
Front centering is slightly heavy to the right and top, typical of Panini QC for lower-tier inserts.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with standard gloss, though handling prints or minor hairline scratching could be present under bright light.
Corner Condition
Corners appear relatively sharp with minor softening visible under extreme zoom, common for raw card stock.
Edge Condition
Edges are generally clean with minimal chipping, typical of factory-cut cardboard stock.
Print Quality
Standard Panini digital print quality with gold foil and glossy finish, featuring a faint ghost image background.
Estimated Value
$1.00 to $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set with standard factory centering variations and corner sharpness.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct foil stamping, authentic Panini branding, and standard card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value; grading fees would exceed the card's total value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern base insert.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from 2023 Panini Contenders Football retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Contenders is a landmark brand in the modern hobby, famous for its on-card Rookie Ticket autographs, though inserts like Rookie Stallions are secondary chase items.
Market Trends
Stable to declining for backup tight end inserts, largely dependent on player performance and team success.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; best suited for team collectors (Dallas Cowboys) or player PC (Personal Collection) builders.
Similar Cards
Other 2023 Panini Contenders rookie inserts of mid-round draft picks.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader or semi-rigid holder in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Luke Schoonmaker was drafted in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys out of Michigan.