During the intense 2023-24 NFL playoffs, where the final four quarterbacks are making headlines on the field, they are also causing a stir in the sports memorabilia world. The rare rookie cards of these talented quarterbacks are experiencing a surge in online auctions, attracting high bids and increasing in value. The quarterbacks in question are Patrick Mahomes II from the Kansas City Chiefs, Brock Purdy from the San Francisco 49ers, Lamar Jackson from the Baltimore Ravens, and Jared Goff from the Detroit Lions.
In the AFC Championship game, fans witnessed a thrilling matchup between two-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes and versatile quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is considered the frontrunner for the 2023 NFL MVP award. The NFC championship showcased a battle between second-year sensation Brock Purdy and emerging veteran Jared Goff. Both Purdy and Goff rank among the top five in passing yards, with Purdy ranked third and Goff fourth in passing touchdowns.
Interestingly, in the world of sports collectibles, these four quarterbacks are generating a lot of attention for their rookie cards in January. One standout item is a 2017 autographed Panini National Treasures Black card of Patrick Mahomes. This rare card, which fetched a whopping $19,300 on 62 bids, is highly sought after by collectors. Another notable Mahomes item, a 2017 signed Panini Contenders Rookie Ticket card graded BGS 9.5, sold for $16,577 from 51 bids.
Brock Purdy’s rookie cards are also gaining traction in the market. A 2022 Playoff Contenders signed Rookie Ticket “Cracked Ice” variation, graded PSA 10 and one of only 22 made, recently sold for $10,268 on 27 bids. This continues a trend of Purdy’s rookie cards selling for over $10,000, such as a 2022 National Treasures signed patch card graded PSA 9, which garnered an impressive $15,000 on 53 bids.
The rookie cards of Lamar Jackson are not to be overlooked either. A Gem-Mint 2018 Panini Prizm Black Finite card recently fetched an astonishing $51,100 on 76 bids. It is clear that collectors are willing to pay a premium for Jackson’s coveted rookie cards. Another sought-after item featuring Lamar Jackson was a 2018 National Treasures autographed patch card numbered #27/99 and graded BGS 9.5, which sold for an impressive $18,000 on 39 bids.
Despite facing ups and downs throughout their careers, Jared Goff’s rookie cards are also attracting growing interest. A 2019 Panini Absolute Kaboom! card, a gold variation marked #6/10, recently sold for $3,049 on 50 bids, indicating a demand for his cards. Additionally, a 2016 Donruss Optic Gold Prizm rookie card marked #2/10 and graded BGS 10 fetched $2,950 on 32 bids, further solidifying Goff’s presence in the collectibles market.
As the NFL playoffs progress, the excitement on the field is mirrored in the sports memorabilia market. The rookie cards of these top quarterbacks are proving to be valuable and sought-after items in the eyes of collectors. As bids soar and values increase, the memorabilia market is abuzz with anticipation for the Super Bowl and the potential impact it could have on the prices of these prized rookie cards.
