Deebo Samuel
Wide Receiver / "Wide Back" · San Francisco 49ers
Panini Illusions #89
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
8.0 (NM-MT) estimated
Rarity
Common; base veteran card from a high-production retail and hobby product.
Overall Assessment
A clean, authentic base card of one of the NFL's most versatile players, capturing a peak moment in его career.
Condition Grade
8.0 (NM-MT) estimated
Centering Assessment
Back centering appears slightly heavy to the right margin (approx 60/40); top-to-bottom looks relatively balanced.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean back surface with no obvious wax or scuffing, but subject to high-gloss scratches common in this set.
Corner Condition
Generally sharp; bottom right corner shows a trace of white/wear visible even on the carpet background.
Edge Condition
Clean; standard factory cuts with no significant chipping or rough edges observed on the back profile.
Print Quality
High; vibrant reds and sharp text. Panini Illusions is known for its distinct acetate or foil-heavy aesthetic on the front.
Estimated Value
$1 - $3 (Raw); $15 - $25 (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy; typical centering of Panini mass-production sets.
Authentication Tips
Look for the crispness of the NFL and NFLPA logos at the bottom; verify the Panini copyright text under magnification for bleeding.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection (PC), as the grading cost exceeds the market value of a base card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; appears to be an authentic base card.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via 2022 Panini Illusions Hobby, Retail, or Blaster boxes.
Historical Context
The back of the card highlights Samuel's 2021 All-Pro season where he redefined the hybrid receiver/runner role.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining; base veteran cards for non-QBs rarely appreciate unless part of a championship run.
Investment Potential
Low; as a base card of a non-rookie, it serves more as a collector's item than a financial investment.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Deebo Samuel, 2022 Donruss Optic Deebo Samuel.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the red ink.
Interesting Facts
The card text specifically mentions the 'Wide back' moniker Samuel coined for his dual-threat style.