Aaron Donald
Defensive Tackle · Los Angeles Rams
Panini Prestige #PH-AD
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Power House
Grade
7.0 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common Insert; these cards are widely available in 2022 Prestige retail and hobby formats.
Overall Assessment
A standard collector's insert featuring one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, but condition issues limit its value to a modest personal collection piece.
Condition Grade
7.0 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: 45/55 Left-Right, 60/40 Top-Bottom; slightly heavy toward the bottom edge.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with standard gloss finish, though potential for light micro-scratching common in retail products.
Corner Condition
Upper-right and lower-right corners show visible white chipping and softening/rounding.
Edge Condition
Top and right edges show minor white chipping (shearing defects) consistent with Panini consumer-grade cutting.
Print Quality
Standard color saturation; minor registration shift visible in the 'Power House' text borders.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw); Grading not recommended due to low ROI.
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower-than-average condition for a modern card due to visible edge/corner wear.
Authentication Tips
Check for official NFL/Panini logos and card stock thickness; as a low-value modern insert, fakes are extremely rare.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; the cost of grading ($15+) far exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No signs of alteration, but heavy factory-side chipping on right edge is a quality control issue.
Provenance Notes
Mass-produced and typically pulled from retail Blaster boxes or Mega boxes.
Historical Context
Released during Donald's peak dominance following the Rams' Super Bowl LVI victory.
Market Trends
Aaron Donald cards are stable as he is a future HOFer, but base/inserts have high supply and low price volatility.
Investment Potential
Low; common inserts rarely appreciate significantly unless they are rare parallels (e.g. numbered or SP).
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prestige Power House T.J. Watt, Myles Garrett, or Nick Bosa.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader is sufficient; keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fade.
Interesting Facts
Aaron Donald is one of only three players to win NFL Defensive Player of the Year three times.