Shaun Alexander
Running Back · Alabama Crimson Tide / Seattle Seahawks
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Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Prizm Parallel Base / Insert
Grade
Raw - Near Mint estimated
Rarity
Common base or lower-tier parallel from collegiate draft product
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern refractor card of a legendary NFL MVP, though limited in monetary value by its collegiate branding and non-rookie status
Condition Grade
Raw - Near Mint estimated
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered, minor heavy left side
Surface Condition
Refractor finish shows standard light hairline scratching visible under direct light reflection, typical for chrome products.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with very minor softening possible under 10x magnification
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting traits
Print Quality
High gloss chrome print quality with vibrant color saturation and standard refractor rainbow effect
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical pulls from 2022 Panini Select Draft Picks hobby boxes
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock weight, authentic Panini holographic elements on back, and proper font kerning on player nameplate
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value unless part of a personal collection build
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Pulled from retail or hobby packs of 2022 Panini Select Draft Picks Football
Historical Context
Shaun Alexander is a former NFL MVP (2005) and record-setting running back for the Seattle Seahawks, featured here in his collegiate Alabama uniform
Market Trends
Stable to modest market interest; collegiate uniform cards typically command lower demand than NFL uniform cards
Investment Potential
Low investment upside; ideal primarily for Shaun Alexander or Alabama player collectors
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Select Draft Picks parallels of other Crimson Tide alumni such as Bryce Young or Derrick Henry
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader away from direct sunlight to preserve the refractor finish
Interesting Facts
Select Draft Picks focuses heavily on collegiate representations of star players, bridging college football and NFL careers