Will Howard
Quarterback · Pittsburgh Steelers
Panini Absolute Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Rookie Wave
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert from retail/hobby packs, unnumbered variant
Overall Assessment
A visually appealing modern insert of Will Howard in a Steelers uniform, ideal for player collectors and set builders, though limited in high-tier investment value due to being an unnumbered insert.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the bottom-right, Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard gloss and metallic finish with no visible major scratches or indentations under normal lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible whitening or dings, consistent with a fresh pull.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut, no noticeable chipping.
Print Quality
Good color saturation and foil reflection typical of Panini Absolute inserts, minor modern stock edge softness possible.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set with standard modern manufacturing tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini foil stamping, correct card stock thickness, and crisp font rendering on the 'Rookie Wave' lettering.
Grading Recommendation
Raw display recommended; grading costs generally outweigh the value for standard unnumbered inserts unless gem mint condition is guaranteed.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed in hand-held photo.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2024 Panini Absolute Football retail or hobby product.
Historical Context
Part of the modern insert subsets celebrating incoming rookie classes.
Market Trends
Values fluctuate based on player's performance, team status, and early career trajectory.
Investment Potential
Speculative; tied directly to the player's on-field development and success in the NFL.
Similar Cards
Other 2024 Panini Absolute inserts such as Kaboom or Explosive (though much rarer), and base rookies from the same set.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or a magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
The 'Rookie Wave' insert set is a popular thematic design spanning multiple years of Panini football releases.