David Njoku
Tight End · Cleveland Browns
Topps Chrome Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2017 - Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Orange Refractor Parallel Numbered to 25
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Rarity
Scarce, serially numbered 12/25 on the front
Overall Assessment
An attractive low-numbered color match parallel of a solid starting tight end, ideal for Browns fans and player collectors alike
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the right and bottom, Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Near Mint with standard refractor sheen and potential light hairline scratches under direct light
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minor softness possible under magnification
Edge Condition
Clean edges with typical Topps Chrome chipping along the metallic borders
Print Quality
High gloss chrome finish with vibrant orange color match to the Browns team theme
Estimated Value
40 to 80 USD raw based on similar tight end low-numbered parallels
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly off-farmed to the right, which is common for 2017 Topps Chrome production runs
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock weight, refractor rainbow sheen under light, and crisp gold serial numbering matching Topps font
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA due to the low serial numbering and desirability of the Orange /25 parallel
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; serial stamp looks clean and matches proper font dimensions
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2017 Topps Chrome Hobby packs or boxes
Historical Context
Drafted in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, becoming a long-term staple of their offense
Market Trends
Stable demand driven by team collectors and tight end enthusiasts
Investment Potential
Hold for long-term team and player PC collectors, as tight ends generally have lower liquidity than quarterbacks
Similar Cards
2017 Topps Chrome Rookie Autograph, 2017 Panini Prizm Orange Prizm David Njoku
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a semi-rigid holder or magnetic UV-protected case away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
The orange refractor perfectly matches the Cleveland Browns primary team color scheme, making it a highly desirable color match parallel for player collectors