Mike Evans
Wide Receiver · Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Panini Absolute Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base/insert variant, high print run relative to numbered parallels.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern insert of a future Hall of Fame wide receiver, well-suited for a personal player PC or set builder.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean foil finish with minor standard factory gloss inconsistencies.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding, minor potential softness upon close inspection inside sleeve.
Edge Condition
Clean foil-cut edges with standard modern stock attributes.
Print Quality
High-gloss foil finish with sharp team typography and rich red color saturation typical of Panini Absolute.
Estimated Value
$2 - $5 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is well within acceptable factory tolerances for modern Panini Absolute releases.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini holographic elements, authentic card stock thickness, and standard foil stamping patterns.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the low raw market value; cost of grading exceeds potential value return.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is consistent with standard pack-pulled modern inserts.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard retail or hobby wax packs of 2021 Panini Absolute Football.
Historical Context
Mike Evans is a franchise cornerstone for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, holding the NFL record for most consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons to start a career.
Market Trends
Stable market value reflecting Mike Evans' consistent elite production and future Hall of Fame trajectory.
Investment Potential
Long-term hold suitable for player collectors and Buccaneers fans; modest financial upside as a base card.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Mike Evans, 2021 Panini Donruss Mike Evans, 2021 Panini Mosaic Mike Evans
Display & Preservation
Store inside a standard penny sleeve and rigid top loader away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Mike Evans won a Super Bowl ring with the Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV alongside Tom Brady.