Andy Dalton
Quarterback · Carolina Panthers (shown in New Orleans Saints uniform)
2023 Donruss #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Parallel / Variation (Blue Laser or similar retail parallel)
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base parallel with a high print run, easily accessible in retail blasters or fat packs.
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable modern card of a veteran quarterback well-suited for a personal player PC or team collection rather than investment.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with slight heavy top-bottom or left-right variance standard for modern retail Donruss stock.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with no major scratches or indentations visible in the photo, standard gloss finish.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with no obvious dings or rounding visible.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut and no chipping.
Print Quality
Standard modern Panini print quality with good color saturation and sharp border details.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example of a modern low-tier veteran parallel from Donruss retail formats.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Donruss holographic logo and standard card stock thickness. Counterfeits for base cards of veteran journeymen are practically nonexistent.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The grading fees would significantly exceed the total market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2023 Panini Donruss retail packs.
Historical Context
Reflects Andy Dalton's later career journeyman status, playing for the Carolina Panthers during the 2023 season after his stint with the New Orleans Saints.
Market Trends
Low market demand as a veteran journeyman base parallel; prices remain flat and inexpensive.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; primarily suited for player collectors or set builders.
Similar Cards
Other 2023 Donruss parallels of veteran players, Panini Mosaic base parallels.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader to protect from edge wear and surface scratches.
Interesting Facts
Features a dual-team dynamic where the player is pictured in a Saints uniform with a Panthers logo/design treatment reflecting his 2023 free agency signing.