Diontae Johnson
Wide Receiver · Pittsburgh Steelers
Donruss Optic Football #Not clearly visible, part of base/parallel set
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Base or Parallel Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base or lower-tier parallel card with a high print run typical of modern Panini retail/hobby products.
Overall Assessment
A clean, visually appealing modern chromium card of a productive wide receiver, ideal for a Steelers fan or player collector, though low in monetary value.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with standard Optic borders, slight heavy side to the right border.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with good gloss and chrome reflectivity, though minor fingerprint smudges or light hairline scratches may be present under direct bright light.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and square with no visible rounding or dings based on visual inspection.
Edge Condition
Edges appear clean and sharp with no notable chipping or silver flaking along the borders.
Print Quality
Standard high-quality chromium finish with vibrant team colors and clear foil stamping characteristic of Donruss Optic.
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 raw depending on exact parallel variety; graded value increases slightly if achieving a Gem Mint PSA 10.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface appear average to above average for standard modern Optic issues pulled straight from packs.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct chromium refractor shine, crisp font typography on the nameplate, and authentic Panini/Optic card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Raw is recommended for personal collection as grading fees would likely exceed the raw market value unless it is a rare low-numbered parallel.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw modern card handled without immediate sleeve protection in the photo.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from modern Panini Donruss Optic football wax packs or boxes.
Historical Context
Diontae Johnson established himself as a reliable target and route runner for the Pittsburgh Steelers during the early 2020s.
Market Trends
Stable to declining market for veteran wide receiver base cards, heavily dependent on current team performance and player stats.
Investment Potential
Low long-term investment potential for base cards; best suited for set builders or team/player PC (personal collection) enthusiasts.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Diontae Johnson, 2021 Donruss Base Diontae Johnson, other mid-tier wide receiver Optic cards.
Display & Preservation
Should be immediately placed in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Donruss Optic uses a chromium stock version of the classic Donruss design, making it one of the most popular modern sets among collectors.