Draft Picks Card Appraisal

Select Draft Picks College & NFL Trading Card featuring Michael Mayer, Kyle Rudolph, and another player.

The item is a sports trading card, specifically from the 'Select Draft Picks' series, featuring what appears to be a 'College & NFL' theme based on the visible text. The card prominently displays three football players. The central, largest image is of Michael Mayer, wearing a navy blue Notre Dame Fighting Irish jersey with the number '87' and a gold helmet. He is depicted in an action pose, possibly running with the ball. Below him, to the left, is a smaller, partially obscured image of Kyle Rudolph, also appearing to be in a football uniform, although his number is not fully visible, only parts of '84'. Above Rudolph's image, another player in what seems to be a grey-scale or black-and-white rendering is visible, also with number '84', suggesting a connection or dual representation. The card has a holographic or foil finish, giving it a reflective quality, particularly noticeable in the background and the metallic borders. The design incorporates angular, futuristic-looking lines and a dark blue and silver color scheme. The top left corner features the 'Select Draft Picks' logo. The bottom right corner clearly shows an 'RC' logo, indicating this is a 'Rookie Card' for at least one of the featured players, likely Michael Mayer. The words 'FIGHTING IRISH' are visible at the bottom of the card, confirming the Notre Dame affiliation. The card appears to be in excellent condition, with no visible creases, bends, or significant edge wear from the provided image. The surface seems clean and free of scratches, and the corners appear sharp. The specific year is not explicitly stated, but 'Draft Picks' typically refers to recent drafts, suggesting a contemporary issue (likely early 2020s). The overall craftsmanship appears high quality, consistent with officially licensed trading cards from reputable manufacturers.