As the NFL playoffs heat up, the quarterbacks taking center stage on the field are also making waves in the world of sports collectibles. The rookie cards of these talented players are experiencing a surge in value, attracting high bids in online auctions. Among the quarterbacks whose cards are in high demand are Patrick Mahomes II of the Kansas City Chiefs, Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers, Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens, and Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions.
In the AFC Championship game, fans are treated to a thrilling matchup between Patrick Mahomes, a two-time Super Bowl champion, and Lamar Jackson, who is currently leading the race for the 2023 NFL MVP award. On the other side of the field, the NFC Championship game features Brock Purdy and Jared Goff, both ranked in the top five for passing yards and touchdowns this season, battling it out for a spot in the Super Bowl.
While these quarterbacks compete for a chance to play in the Super Bowl, their rookie cards are garnering attention in the world of sports memorabilia. On eBay, collectors are placing high bids on these rare items. One standout card is a 2017 autographed Panini National Treasures Black card of Patrick Mahomes, which sold for an impressive $19,300 on 62 bids. Another notable Mahomes card, a 2017 signed Panini Contenders Rookie Ticket card graded BGS 9.5, fetched $16,577 from 51 bids.
Brock Purdy’s rookie cards are also generating significant interest, with one particular card standing out—a 2022 Playoff Contenders signed Rookie Ticket “Cracked Ice” variation. This card, graded PSA 10 and limited to only 22 made, sold for an impressive $10,268 on 27 bids. It seems that Purdy’s rookie cards consistently reach five-figure prices, such as a 2022 National Treasures signed patch card graded PSA 9, which garnered $15,000 on 53 bids.
Lamar Jackson, known for his electrifying playstyle, is no stranger to the spotlight. His rookie cards have caught the attention of collectors as well. A Gem-Mint 2018 Panini Prizm Black Finite card sold for an astounding $51,100 on 76 bids. Another sought-after Jackson item, a 2018 National Treasures autographed patch card numbered #27/99 and graded BGS 9.5, fetched $18,000 on 39 bids.
Despite a mixed start with the Los Angeles Rams and subsequent improvement with the Detroit Lions, Jared Goff’s cards are also gaining momentum. A 2019 Panini Absolute Kaboom! card in a gold variation, marked #6/10, sold for $3,049 on 50 bids. Additionally, a 2016 Donruss Optic Gold Prizm rookie card marked #2/10 and graded BGS 10, went for $2,950 on 32 bids.
As the NFL playoffs continue and the excitement on the field intensifies, the same can be said for the sports memorabilia market. The rookie cards of these top quarterbacks are proving to be valuable and sought-after items. Collectors are willing to pay significant amounts to add these cards to their collections. With each impressive play and victory, the value of these cards is likely to continue skyrocketing. So, keep an eye out for the remarkable performances of these quarterbacks and their impact on the sports collectibles market.
