Luke Schoonmaker
Tight End · Dallas Cowboys
2023 Panini Contenders Draft Class #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Draft Class
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert from a mass-produced modern retail/hobby product, high population.
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive modern insert card of a backup tight end for a major franchise, ideal for Cowboys team collectors and set builders.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor preference to the right edge; back cannot be assessed from image.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with good gloss and no major scratches or print lines visible under standard lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no obvious rounding, dinging, or fraying apparent.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut and no visible chipping along the metallic borders.
Print Quality
Standard Panini foil stamping and card stock quality, good color contrast and crisp player imagery.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical factory-fresh pull quality from 2023 Contenders retail/hobby boxes.
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp foil details, authentic Panini stock thickness, and sharp micro-text under magnification; modern base inserts are rarely counterfeited.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS) as grading fees would exceed the raw market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears untrimmed and authentic.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from modern 2023 Panini Contenders football product packs or blasters.
Historical Context
Luke Schoonmaker was drafted in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys, adding depth to their tight end room.
Market Trends
Stable to declining pricing typical of non-autographed rookie inserts for backup tight ends.
Investment Potential
Low long-term investment potential unless the player significantly outperforms expectations as an NFL starter.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Contenders Base Rookie, 2023 Donruss Rookie Cards of Luke Schoonmaker
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a top loader or a semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
The Contenders Draft Class insert set highlights key rookies entering the league across various draft rounds.