Clayton Tune
Quarterback · Arizona Cardinals
2023 Panini Absolute Football #Not visible (Estimated base card subset)
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base rookie card with a large print run and high population in modern hobby circulation.
Overall Assessment
A neat, affordable modern rookie card ideal for Arizona Cardinals team collectors or Clayton Tune player PC builders, but carries minimal monetary investment value.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Looks reasonably well-centered, roughly 50/50 left-to-right with acceptable top-to-bottom margins for Panini stock.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss overall with no major scratches or indentations visible through the penny sleeve.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent rounding or severe dings visible.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with standard factory cutting typical of Panini Absolute stock.
Print Quality
Standard Panini print quality featuring crisp text, vibrant red team coloring, and distinct background typography patterns.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example of a 2023 Panini Absolute base rookie card, aligning well with standard factory condition distributions.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini card stock, proper font sizing on the nameplate, and the authentic Rookie Card (RC) logo in the top right corner.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA, BGS, SGC) because the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is modern and common enough that counterfeiting is extremely unlikely.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2023 Panini Absolute retail or hobby wax packs.
Historical Context
Clayton Tune was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 5th round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Houston, serving primarily as a backup quarterback.
Market Trends
Stable to declining low-end market value, typical for backup quarterbacks and late-round draft picks.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential unless the player unexpectedly secures a long-term starting role in the NFL.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Donruss Clayton Tune Rookie Card, 2023 Score Clayton Tune Rookie Card
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top-loader protection is sufficient for this card's value tier, stored in a dry, room-temperature environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Panini Absolute features a distinctive stadium-inspired border design with repetitive background text that makes it immediately recognizable.