Charles Cross
Offensive Tackle · Seattle Seahawks
2022 Donruss Optic #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Base Rated Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base rookie card, high print run typical of modern retail products.
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable rookie card of a starting NFL offensive tackle, ideal for Seahawks team collectors but lacking high monetary value.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right and bottom, typical for lower-tier retail Donruss Optic cuts.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with standard Optic gloss, no major scratches or print lines visible under normal lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners overall, though top right and bottom right exhibit minor softening under close inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard silver foil finish along the borders, minor chipping common to chrome-style cards.
Print Quality
Standard Donruss Optic quality with good color saturation and chrome reflectivity, though minor border cutting discrepancies are present.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly below average for the set, with a heavy right border on the front.
Authentication Tips
Verify the authentic chromium card stock, Donruss Optic holographic logo, and crisp font printing on the back.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value; cost of grading would exceed the card's final value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern base rookie card.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2022 Donruss Optic retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Charles Cross was selected 9th overall by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Mississippi State, becoming a staple of their offensive line.
Market Trends
Stable to declining, as offensive linemen generally command lower collector demand compared to skill-position players.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to the position played, best suited for team collectors and set builders.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Charles Cross Rookie Card, 2022 Donruss Charles Cross Rated Rookie
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
The 'Rated Rookie' shield is one of the most iconic subsets in modern sports card collecting, originating with the 1981 Donruss baseball set.