Rashee Rice
Wide Receiver · SMU Mustangs (NFL: Kansas City Chiefs)
Panini Chronicles Draft Picks #Not visible (Estimated early in base set)
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era/Chrome Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Grade
Raw — Appears EX-MT to NM (Estimated 6-7)
Rarity
Common; high print run base card from a collegiate-themed set.
Overall Assessment
A standard, non-premium rookie card of a high-potential NFL receiver; ideal for SMU fans or Chiefs team-set builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears EX-MT to NM (Estimated 6-7)
Centering Assessment
Front: Weighted toward the left and top; approximately 65/35 L-R and 60/40 T-B.
Surface Condition
Near Mint appearance; no visible scratches, though image blurriness prevents fine detail inspection for dimples.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner appears slightly soft/white; top corners appear relatively sharp for a paper-stock card.
Edge Condition
Consistent with modern paper stock; minor chipping potentially visible on the bottom edge.
Print Quality
Standard Panini production; colors are vibrant but the layout is complex with multiple image panels.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly below average for this set; most Chronicles base cards have high PSA 9/10 pop rates.
Authentication Tips
Check for Panini logo foil stamping and card stock thickness; as a lower-value base card, the risk of counterfeiture is currently negligible.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless for personal collection; the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags; appears to be a genuine pack-pulled collegiate rookie card.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via Hobby, Retail (Blasters/Mega Boxes) of 2023 Chronicles Draft Picks.
Historical Context
Rice was a second-round pick out of SMU who became a key contributor in the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVIII victory.
Market Trends
Volatile; tied closely to Rice's performance as the Chiefs' primary WR and ongoing off-field legal considerations.
Investment Potential
Low for this specific card; collectors usually prefer NFL-uniform (Prizm/Optic) over collegiate jerseys.
Similar Cards
2023 Prizm Draft Picks Rashee Rice, 2023 Donruss Rashee Rice (Rated Rookie).
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top-loader; keep away from direct sunlight to prevent red-ink fading.
Interesting Facts
The 'Chronicles' brand is unique because it features designs from several different Panini brands within a single set.