Kyle Pitts
Tight End · Atlanta Falcons
2021 Panini Select Draft Picks #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Draft Picks Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base card from a mass-produced collegiate/draft product with a large print run.
Overall Assessment
A nice collegiate rookie card for a fan or player collector, carrying modest monetary value but solid nostalgic and player-specific appeal.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor heavy-left tendencies, back not fully visible.
Surface Condition
Reflective chromium finish appears clean with good gloss, though slight handling smudges or minor micro-scratches are possible under direct light.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners overall, though top-left and bottom-left exhibit minor softness typical of raw chromium stock.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard silver foil finish showing minimal chipping.
Print Quality
High-gloss chromium print stock with sharp text rendering and rich team color saturation.
Estimated Value
$1 to $5 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard representation for the base draft picks tier of this product line.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct chromium refractor/sheen properties, sharp font typography, and official Panini licensing logos on the reverse.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw market value; grading costs would exceed the card's value unless part of a bulk submission aiming for a Gem Mint 10.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw handling wear only.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2021 Panini Select Draft Picks retail or hobby pack.
Historical Context
Kyle Pitts was drafted 4th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons, setting records for highest-drafted tight end in NFL history.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining market for tight end prospects, heavily dependent on weekly NFL performance and team offensive usage.
Investment Potential
Hold perspective; value is tied to breakout potential and offensive system changes in Atlanta.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Kyle Pitts, 2021 Donruss Optic Collegiate Kyle Pitts
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Pitts had a historic rookie season with over 1,000 receiving yards, becoming only the second rookie tight end in NFL history to reach that milestone.