Josh Harper
Wide Receiver · Oakland Raiders
Panini Contenders #229
Year & Era
2015 - Modern Era
Card Type
Rookie Ticket Autograph
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (estimated 7-8 scale)
Rarity
Common for an autograph; part of the massive base autograph checklist for 2015 Contenders.
Overall Assessment
A classic example of the hobby's most iconic rookie autograph brand (Contenders), though featuring a player with limited NFL impact. Ideal for Fresno State fans or Raiders team-set builders.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (estimated 7-8 scale)
Centering Assessment
Front: Roughly 55/45 Top-to-Bottom, 50/50 Left-to-Right. Center alignment for this set is generally stable.
Surface Condition
Appears clean through the top-loader, no visible print lines or scratches, though sticker autograph sets often show micro-scratches.
Corner Condition
Top-left and bottom-left visible corners appear sharp; right-side corners are partially obscured by the holder but show no major dinging.
Edge Condition
Edges appear smooth with standard white card stock showing no significant chipping or silvering.
Print Quality
High. Typical Panini finish with clear blue ink signature on a sticker and crisp athlete photography.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy appears to be a standard example of the Rookie Ticket sticker auto, comparable to most pack-pulled copies.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Panini 'P' hologram on the back; verify the blue ink is on the sticker surface and not printed into the card.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The player's limited NFL career means grading fees would exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; sticker is well-placed and auto is not streaky.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Panini Contenders hobby boxes; standard rookie content for the 2015 product year.
Historical Context
Josh Harper was an undrafted free agent out of Fresno State where he was a star alongside Derek Carr; this card captures his brief stint with the Raiders.
Market Trends
Stable/Flat. Players who did not achieve long-term NFL success generally see low liquidity and minimal price movement.
Investment Potential
Low. Unless the player achieves fame in a coaching or media capacity, this is primarily a 'deep' team collector item.
Similar Cards
2015 Panini Prizm Josh Harper Rookie, 2015 Topps Chrome Josh Harper, or other Raiders Rookie Ticket autos like Amari Cooper (significantly more valuable).
Display & Preservation
Keep in the current penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent surface scratches; store away from direct sunlight to prevent auto fading.
Interesting Facts
Despite a massive college career with 29 touchdowns, Harper never caught a pass in a regular-season NFL game.