Daniel Jones
Quarterback · New York Giants
2021 Donruss Football #Not clearly visible, but typically base card #82
Year & Era
2021 - Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a high print run
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable base card of a starting NFL quarterback, ideal for casual fans, set builders, or young collectors rather than high-end investors
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered left-to-right, slightly heavy top-to-bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint, protected inside a top loader with minor friction scuffs on the outer holder
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with light handling wear visible under close inspection
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut quality typical for Donruss products
Print Quality
Standard modern retail/hobby print quality with crisp team colors and gloss finish
Estimated Value
1.00 USD to 3.00 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard raw copies pulled from 2021 Donruss packs
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Donruss card stock, clear micro-text, and proper gloss coating; counterfeiting base cards of this era is extremely rare due to low value
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2021 Donruss retail or hobby packs
Historical Context
Features Daniel Jones during his starting tenure as quarterback for the New York Giants
Market Trends
Stable to declining, driven by Daniel Jones's fluctuating performance and team status with the Giants
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for a base veteran card; best suited for team collectors or player fans
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Daniel Jones, 2021 Donruss Optic Daniel Jones
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
The 2021 Donruss set features the iconic 'Rated Rookie' logo for rookies, while veteran cards like this feature standard action photography