Diontae Johnson
Wide Receiver · Pittsburgh Steelers
Panini Absolute Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2020 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Good to Very Good
Rarity
Common base card with a high print run, easily accessible on the secondary market.
Overall Assessment
A well-loved, heavily handled base card of Diontae Johnson. Ideal for a personal player collection or binder, but lacks monetary value and grading viability due to condition wear.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Good to Very Good
Centering Assessment
Slightly off-center with heavier borders on the left side.
Surface Condition
Shows notable surface scratching, scuffing, and wear visible across the image area.
Corner Condition
Noticeable corner softening, minor dings, and rounding on all four corners.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping and edge wear along the sides, particularly on the left border.
Print Quality
Standard Panini modern card stock with decent color saturation, though affected by surface wear.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows more visible wear, corner softening, and surface scuffing than typical raw examples found in modern wax packs.
Authentication Tips
Look for standard Panini card stock thickness, crisp font rendering on the back, and correct official team logos.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of professional grading (PSA/BGS) far exceeds the market value of a raw base card in this condition.
Red Flags
No significant red flags for counterfeiting, though the card shows heavy physical handling and wear.
Provenance Notes
Typically pulled from Panini Absolute retail or hobby packs, factory sets, or acquired through secondary card lots.
Historical Context
Part of the modern Panini Absolute release featuring established NFL players during the 2020 season.
Market Trends
Stable to declining market for standard modern base cards of veteran wide receivers.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for a base card in worn condition; primarily of interest to player collectors or set builders.
Similar Cards
Other base and parallel cards of Diontae Johnson from 2020 Panini sets like Donruss, Prizm, and Score.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Panini Absolute is well-known for its distinctive ornate framing design and premium hit-based products like Kaboom! inserts.