Roger Staubach
Quarterback · Dallas Cowboys / Navy Midshipmen
Upper Deck Legends ##74
Year & Era
2000 — Early Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran / Legend Card
Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint (7.0-8.0)
Rarity
Common for the era; 2000 Upper Deck Legends was widely produced, though the set is highly respected among vintage enthusiasts.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful, classic-looking card of one of football's greatest icons. Ideal for a Staubach fan or a Navy football enthusiast, though its financial value is nominal.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint (7.0-8.0)
Centering Assessment
Front: Weighted heavily toward the right. The gold border on the left is thick while the right edge is a full-bleed photo edge. Back centering cannot be assessed from image.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with no major creases visible, though the image resolution is too low to detect fine scratches common on the foil-stamped areas.
Corner Condition
Show slight softening, particularly on the bottom right and top left. Not razor sharp, suggesting a Mid-High grade.
Edge Condition
The left gold border edge shows minor chipping/white showing through. Right edge appears clean.
Print Quality
High. The 2000 UD Legends set is known for high-quality photography and gold-foil vertical pinstripe borders.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 (Raw); $20.00 - $35.00 (PSA 9/10)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy appears to have typical centering issues for the 2000 Legends set where the image shift is noticeably to the right.
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'Path to Greatness' logo sharpness. Authentic cards use high-quality card stock that features a specific white-core layer when viewed from the side.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA. However, unless the card is a 10, the cost of grading will likely exceed the fair market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; this is a low-value base card that is rarely counterfeited.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in hobby and retail packs of 2000 Upper Deck Legends Football.
Historical Context
The card depicts Staubach during his college years at Navy, where he won the Heisman Trophy in 1963 before his legendary career with the Cowboys.
Market Trends
Stable. Staubach is a blue-chip Hall of Fame legend, but base cards from late-career or post-career sets remain affordable and plentiful.
Investment Potential
Low for this specific base card. It is a 'PC' (Personal Collection) item rather than an investment-grade asset.
Similar Cards
2000 Upper Deck Legends Terry Bradshaw, Joe Montana, or the 1972 Topps Staubach Rookie (high-end alternative).
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the gold-foil border from fading or oxidizing.
Interesting Facts
Staubach was the last player from a military academy to win the Heisman. This 'Path to Greatness' subset highlights his collegiate prowess.