Ryan Shazier
Linebacker · Pittsburgh Steelers
2014 Score #Not visible
Year & Era
2014 - Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent)
Rarity
Common base rookie card with a high print run and abundant population.
Overall Assessment
A nice, affordable rookie card of a beloved Steelers linebacker, ideal for team and player collectors despite minor centering flaws.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent)
Centering Assessment
Front is noticeably miscut and off-center, with a heavier top border and left border lean compared to the bottom and right.
Surface Condition
Surface appears relatively clean with standard gloss for the set, though minor microscopic scuffs may be present under direct light.
Corner Condition
Corners appear generally sharp with minor softening visible on the top-left and top-right tips under closer inspection.
Edge Condition
Edges are generally clean with some minor rough cutting visible along the top and left borders, typical of 2014 Score production quality.
Print Quality
Typical 2014 Score print quality featuring standard cardstock and moderate image sharpness.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy suffers from inferior centering compared to well-centered factory-cut examples from the same set.
Authentication Tips
Check for official 2014 Score card stock texture, correct back printing, and standard glossy coating. Counterfeits for base cards of this era are extremely rare.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal collection, as the raw value is lower than grading fees and the off-center cut limits the potential grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard factory miscut rather than intentional alteration.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from mass-market 2014 Score football retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Ryan Shazier was an explosive linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers whose promising career ended due to a tragic spinal injury in 2017, making his rookie cards popular among Steelers fans.
Market Trends
Stable to modest value for a popular former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive player whose career was cut tragically short.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to high print run of base cards, holding primarily sentimental value for Steelers collectors.
Similar Cards
2014 Panini Prizm Ryan Shazier RC, 2014 Topps Chrome Ryan Shazier RC
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Shazier remained with the Steelers organization in an off-field role following his injury and wrote a memoir titled 'Walking Miracle'.