Gehrig Dieter
Wide Receiver · Alabama Crimson Tide / Kansas City Chiefs
Sage HIT High Series Premier Draft #Not visible on front
Year & Era
2017 — Current/Chrome Era (Modern)
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print run with very high availability on the secondary market.
Overall Assessment
This is a standard collegiate rookie card from a budget-friendly set. It holds more sentimental value for Alabama fans or 'Chiefs Kingdom' collectors than financial value for investors.
Condition Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40); top-to-bottom looks relatively balanced.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard matte finish shows light grain typical of Sage HIT products with no visible deep scratches.
Corner Condition
Reasonably sharp; bottom right corner shows minor whitening/rounding visible against the dark wood background.
Edge Condition
Fairly clean; minor chipping visible on the right edge and bottom edge typical of card stock from low-tier collegiate sets.
Print Quality
Average collegiate style print. Colors are saturated but lack the crispness found in premium licensed Panini or Topps products.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $2.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy; many Sage HIT cards suffer from poor centering, so this copy is typical for the product.
Authentication Tips
Check for Sage's distinctive thin card stock and the specific 'HIT' oval logo. Counterfeiting is extremely unlikely for this specific player and set.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card by a wide margin.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in low-cost retail packs and blaster boxes (Target, Walmart) during the 2017 draft season.
Historical Context
Dieter was a standout at Bowling Green before transferring to Alabama. He became a fan favorite in Kansas City as a depth receiver and close friend of Patrick Mahomes.
Market Trends
Stable at a floor price; Dieter has retired from professional football (2022), moving his market primarily to niche Alabama or Chiefs completist collectors.
Investment Potential
Low; as an undrafted free agent who has retired, there is little catalyst for future price appreciation.
Similar Cards
2017 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Gehrig Dieter, 2017 Leaf Draft Gehrig Dieter, Patrick Mahomes 2017 Rookie Cards (same class/team).
Display & Preservation
A standard penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient for preservation.
Interesting Facts
He was named after baseball legend Lou Gehrig. While he had a modest stat line, he earned a Super Bowl ring with the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV.