Ryan Broyles
Wide Receiver · Detroit Lions
2012 Panini Momentum Rookie Salute #Not explicitly visible from front view
Year & Era
2012 - Modern Era
Card Type
Rookie Memorabilia Insert / Relic
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common insert card from a mass-produced modern release, though specific parallel versions feature serial numbering.
Overall Assessment
An attractive, clean-looking modern rookie memorabilia card featuring a game-day swatch, ideal for budget-conscious player collectors and Detroit Lions fans.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with slight preference to the top/bottom boundaries, typical of Panini modern card production.
Surface Condition
Surface appears clean with standard gloss reflective quality; no major scratches or dimples visible through the holder.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners appear generally intact; minimal wear expected from standard pack pulling and protective placement.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no noticeable chipping along the dark borders, though thick stock cards are prone to minor edge softening.
Print Quality
High-definition photography with clean foil accents and a recessed jersey swatch window standard for Panini Momentum sets.
Estimated Value
$2 - $10 USD for raw condition
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard modern rookie relic cards of mid-tier draft picks from the early 2010s.
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic game-worn or player-worn swatch integration, clean foil stamping on the Momentum logo, and correct card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal player PC, as the grading costs would exceed the card's raw market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard thick-stock card stored properly in a top loader.
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from 2012 Panini Momentum hobby or retail packs.
Historical Context
Ryan Broyles was a prolific collegiate receiver at Oklahoma who set NCAA career receptions records before being drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of 2012.
Market Trends
Stable to declining low-end market value, typical of non-star players from past draft classes.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for financial gain; best suited for team collectors, set builders, or college-connection enthusiasts.
Similar Cards
Other 2012 Panini rookie memorabilia cards, Panini Prestige rookie inserts, and Topps Chrome rookie cards of the same draft class.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve within a thick-stock top loader or a magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Broyles suffered multiple ACL injuries during his professional career which limited his playing time, making his rookie cards popular primarily among dedicated Oklahoma Sooners and Detroit Lions player collectors.