William Floyd
Running Back · San Francisco 49ers
1994 Fleer Ultra #Not visible
Year & Era
1994 — 90s Football Boom Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common base rookie card with high print runs from the mid-1990s Junk Wax / Post-Junk Wax transition.
Overall Assessment
A classic 1994 Fleer Ultra rookie card of popular 49ers fullback William Floyd in solid raw condition, perfect for nostalgic team set builders and 90s football card enthusiasts.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy on the left-right border; back not visible in image.
Surface Condition
Near Mint overall with standard gloss for mid-90s Fleer Ultra card stock, minimal surface scratching.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners visible on top and bottom left, minor softness possible upon closer inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting common for 1994 Fleer Ultra sets.
Print Quality
Standard 1994 Fleer Ultra quality featuring glossy coating, gold foil lettering, and sharp photography typical of the set.
Estimated Value
1.00 USD to 5.00 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical centering and condition for a raw card stored safely in a soft sleeve or binder.
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic gold foil stamping on the 'ROOKIE' and Fleer Ultra logos; cards from this era are rarely counterfeited due to low raw value.
Grading Recommendation
Raw preservation is recommended; grading cost would exceed the market value of a graded copy unless part of a bulk submission.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard 1994 Fleer Ultra rookie card.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed via 1994 Fleer Ultra football wax and hobby packs.
Historical Context
William Floyd was a key fullback for the San Francisco 49ers, notably winning Super Bowl XXIX as a rookie and earning the nickname 'Baron Floyd'.
Market Trends
Stable and low-value market, primarily nostalgic for 49ers fans and 90s insert/rookie set collectors.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for financial gain; primarily a sentimental or team-collector piece.
Similar Cards
1994 Score William Floyd Rookie, 1994 Topps William Floyd Rookie, 1994 Fleer William Floyd Rookie
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve inside a top loader or semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Floyd was the first rookie in NFL history to score three touchdowns in a single playoff game (against the Chicago Bears in 1994).