Vita Vea
Defensive Tackle / Defensive End · Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Topps Chrome Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 - Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Pink X-Fractor Parallel
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Rarity
Uncommon retail/hobby parallel insert, modern non-numbered X-Fractor variant.
Overall Assessment
An attractive and visually striking pink parallel of a dominant defensive lineman, ideal for Buccaneers team collectors and player PC builders.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right, roughly 55/45 left-to-right, and acceptable top-to-bottom.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard Chrome sheen with vibrant X-Fractor refractor patterns visible, free of major scratches.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent rounding or visible fraying under standard observation.
Edge Condition
Clean factory edges along all four sides with minimal chipping, typical of well-cut modern chrome stock.
Print Quality
High print quality with vibrant magenta/pink color saturation, crisp checkerboard X-Fractor optical effects, and clear player photography.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 raw, potentially $25 - $40 if graded PSA 10
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard presentation for a modern Topps Chrome X-Fractor with typical minor factory centering variances common in retail packs.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct Topps Chrome logo placement, authentic chromium card stock thickness, and the genuine X-Fractor rainbow light reflection pattern.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA; grading may only be worthwhile if combined with a larger submission due to the low raw market value of defensive linemen.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card with normal factory cut characteristics.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from contemporary Topps Chrome retail or hobby packs following Topps' return to NFL-licensed football card production.
Historical Context
Marks Topps' modern return to producing licensed NFL cards, capturing key veteran anchors like Super Bowl champion Vita Vea.
Market Trends
Stable market; defensive tackles traditionally hold niche collectibility compared to skill position players like quarterbacks and wide receivers.
Investment Potential
Hold; defensive lineman cards rarely see massive speculative spikes unless tied to a major defensive player of the year award or Hall of Fame induction.
Similar Cards
Other Topps Chrome parallels of Vita Vea, including Refractors, Colored Pulsars, and image variations from the same set.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or UV-protected magnetic one-touch case, kept in a cool, dry, dark environment.
Interesting Facts
Vita Vea is known not only for his elite run-stopping prowess and immense size as a defensive tackle, but occasionally as an unexpected offensive fullback in short-yardage situations.