Isiah Pacheco
Running Back · Kansas City Chiefs
2022 Panini Chronicles Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Rarity
Common base rookie card with high print run characteristic of the modern Panini Chronicles flagship multi-brand set.
Overall Assessment
A clean, affordable modern rookie card of a popular starting running back on a premier franchise, ideal for set builders and Pacheco PC collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the right and bottom border, back centering appears acceptable within tolerance.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with standard gloss, minor light hairline scratching visible on the top loader rather than the card itself, overall Near Mint.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and square with no noticeable dings or rounding under normal inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean white borders and edges with no apparent chipping or roughness.
Print Quality
Standard Panini Chronicles print quality with crisp typography and vibrant team color accents, though slight bottom-heavy miscut is typical for the set.
Estimated Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded PSA 10: $15 - $30
Comparison to Known Examples
Slightly bottom-heavy centering is very typical for 2022 Panini Chronicles base cards, putting this copy right in line with the average population.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini branding, crisp font rendering on the Chronicles header, and proper card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Raw-only recommended unless submitting as part of a bulk bulk submission due to the low raw value relative to grading fees.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from retail or hobby packs of 2022 Panini Chronicles Football, a multi-brand collation product.
Historical Context
Isiah Pacheco was drafted in the 7th round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Chiefs and quickly emerged as an aggressive, hard-running key contributor to Kansas City's championship offense.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly volatile, tracking closely with Pacheco's performance and injury status as the lead running back for the back-to-back Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
Investment Potential
Hold. As a starting running back on a dynasty team, his value is tied heavily to team success and sustained health.
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Isiah Pacheco Rookie, 2022 Donruss Rated Rookie Isiah Pacheco, 2022 Panini Mosaic Isiah Pacheco
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Pacheco is famously known for his intense, angry running style and his journey from a 7th-round pick out of Rutgers to a multi-time Super Bowl champion.