Ja'Marr Chase
Wide Receiver · Cincinnati Bengals
2021 Panini Absolute Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Rarity
Common base rookie card with a high overall print run across retail and hobby formats
Overall Assessment
A highly desirable modern rookie card of an elite NFL wide receiver, perfect for player collectors and set builders, though limited in financial upside as a raw base card
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the top-left, Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Generally clean with good gloss, though minor hairline scratches may be present on the raw surface under bright light
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible whitening or rounding under casual inspection
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no major chipping or dents observed
Print Quality
Standard modern Panini print quality with decent color saturation and foil accents
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD raw, potentially $25 to $45 if graded a PSA 10
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for this set, featuring standard factory centering tolerances common to 2021 Panini products
Authentication Tips
Verify standard card stock thickness and correct back-of-card licensing logos and copyright text
Grading Recommendation
PSA or SGC; however, due to the low raw value, grading is generally only recommended if a PSA 10 is guaranteed to make it financially worthwhile after grading fees
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw card in a protective sleeve
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2021 Panini Absolute retail or hobby wax products
Historical Context
Ja'Marr Chase had a historic rookie season in 2021, breaking multiple rookie receiving records and winning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
Market Trends
Stable to slightly fluctuating depending on Ja'Marr Chase's weekly on-field performance and the Bengals' season trajectory
Investment Potential
Moderate long-term hold; relies heavily on Chase maintaining elite wide receiver status and potential future team success
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Ja'Marr Chase RC, 2021 Donruss Ja'Marr Chase RC, 2021 Mosaic Ja'Marr Chase RC
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity
Interesting Facts
Reunited with his college quarterback Joe Burrow in Cincinnati, immediately revitalizing the Bengals' franchise