Aaron Rodgers
Quarterback · California Golden Bears / Green Bay Packers / New York Jets
2022 Panini Select Draft Picks #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Collegiate/Draft Era
Card Type
Refractor/Prizm Parallel (Collegiate)
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common parallel from a modern retail/hobby collegiate product
Overall Assessment
A visually striking chromium parallel of a future Hall of Fame quarterback in his college uniform, offering great aesthetic appeal for player collectors despite modest monetary value
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 50/50 Left-Right, 55/45 Top-Bottom. Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Clean overall with standard chromium reflectivity, minimal scuffing visible under glare
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent rounding or visible dings
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no major chipping observed
Print Quality
High-gloss chrome finish with standard Panini refractor-style rainbow reflection
Estimated Value
5 to 15 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is well within acceptable modern manufacturing tolerances compared to typical Select draft product issues
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock thickness, official Panini holographic logo on the back, and crisp micro-etching typical of Select Prizms
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission, as grading costs exceed the raw market value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is being held loosely without a sleeve, which increases surface risk
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2022 Panini Select Draft Picks box or pack, featuring players in their college uniforms
Historical Context
Features Rodgers depicted in his California Golden Bears uniform long after his actual 2005 rookie card era, highlighting his legacy as an all-time great NFL quarterback
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining market for collegiate-uniform cards of veteran players compared to their NFL rookie cards
Investment Potential
Low-to-moderate investment potential as a modern insert/parallel of a veteran in college uniform; primarily holds appeal for Aaron Rodgers player collectors
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Aaron Rodgers, other collegiate parallels from Select, Score, and Contenders Draft Picks
Display & Preservation
Should immediately be placed inside a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic one-touch case to protect the chrome surface
Interesting Facts
Select Draft Picks allows collectors to pull active NFL superstars and Hall of Fame locks in their college gear, often featuring vibrant chromium parallels