Jared Goff
Quarterback · Detroit Lions
2021 Donruss Gridiron Kings #GK-15 (Estimated based on set checklist)
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Gridiron Kings
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 potential)
Rarity
Common insert from the retail/hobby flagship Donruss set; high print run with widespread availability.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking, clean insert featuring Jared Goff in his Detroit Lions uniform. Ideal for player collectors and Lions fans, offering great eye appeal for a low entry price.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 potential)
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Acceptable within modern grading tolerances.
Surface Condition
Near Mint. Retains gloss and foil sheen, though subtle minor roller marks common to modern Panini card stock may be present under strict magnification.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding, dings, or whitening based on visual inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with no notable chipping or silver foil flaking.
Print Quality
High color saturation with sharp artistic rendering typical of the Gridiron Kings insert line. Standard foil stamping on the Donruss logo and set header.
Estimated Value
$2 to $5 raw; $15 to $30 if graded PSA 10
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is fairly typical for modern Donruss inserts, matching the standard factory cut quality with slight left-hand bias.
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp text, standard card thickness, authentic foil reflective properties, and correct Panini copyright information on the reverse.
Grading Recommendation
Raw is recommended. Grading fees and shipping costs generally outweigh the modest market value of a standard raw insert unless part of a bulk submission.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card with no indicators of trimming or tampering.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2021 Donruss football hobby or retail packs.
Historical Context
Features Jared Goff following his trade from the Los Angeles Rams to the Detroit Lions, marking the beginning of a successful new chapter in his career.
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by Jared Goff's resurgence and success with the Detroit Lions.
Investment Potential
Hold. Good for a personal player collection or Lions team set, but limited long-term speculative financial growth due to high print runs.
Similar Cards
2021 Donruss Press Proofs, 2021 Panini Prizm Base, 2021 Donruss Production Line inserts
Display & Preservation
Store inside a standard penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or semi-rigid card holder away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
The Gridiron Kings subset is a long-running hobby favorite that originally debuted under the Donruss brand in the vintage era as an art-based painted insert set.