Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
Recent sales around $60-72 indicate steady pricing for low-serial autos in niche unlicensed set; lacks NFL license limits broad appeal.
Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations based on NFL offseason hype.
Long term. Potential rise if Young emerges as franchise QB, otherwise plateaus due to unlicensed status.
History
Bryce Young is the quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, selected first overall in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Alabama, known for his record-setting college career as the youngest player to win the Heisman Trophy runner-up and for his quick release and accuracy despite early NFL struggles.
2024 Topps Midnight Football set, released in 2024 as an unlicensed product with airbrushed logos.
- Part of Horizon Signatures autograph insert featuring current and former NFL players.
- Print run limited to 12 copies total.
- No official NFL licensing, resulting in airbrushed team and league logos.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare
- Print run
- Very Low
- First printed in
- 2024 Topps Midnight Football
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Scarce
- Print run of only 12 copies.
- Autograph insert in unlicensed premium set.
- Serial numbered to 25 in some listings but confirmed /12 overall.
- Case-hit potential in product configuration.
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect autograph for smearing or bleeding due to ink on glossy midnight-themed stock; check edges for chipping on thin card stock; verify serial numbering 02/25 is crisp and not altered; common flaws include centering issues and surface scratches from parallels like Dusk or Black Light variants.
Storage. Store in semi-rigid top-loader with soft sleeve in cool, dry environment away from light to prevent fading; use slab grading by graded or graded for long-term protection.
Authenticity. Confirm serial number matches 1-12 range and tamper-evident sticker if present; check autograph against known Young exemplars for stroke consistency; verify via Topps authentication or reputable auction houses; watch for fakes with incorrect airbrushing or mismatched fonts.
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