Ikem Ekwonu Appraisal

2022 Score Football Ikem Ekwonu Rookie Card (Red Parallel /499)

This item is a 2022 Score Football trading card featuring Ikem Ekwonu, an Offensive Tackle (OT) for the Carolina Panthers. The card is a parallel or insert variant, distinguished by its vibrant red foil border and a holographic or 'rainbow' finish on the player image area. The 'SCORE' logo is prominently displayed at the top left. A 'RC' (Rookie Card) logo is visible in the top right corner of the player image frame, indicating this is Ekwonu's rookie card. The card is numbered '159/499', suggesting it is a limited edition parallel, with 159 being the specific card number out of a print run of 499. The player's name, 'IKEM EKWONU', and position, 'OT', are printed at the bottom of the card, along with the Carolina Panthers team logo. The card appears to be in good condition with no immediate visible major creasing or bending. However, the exact surface condition, corner sharpness, and centering would require a closer in-hand inspection for a definitive assessment of quality. The red foil border shows some reflective qualities, which can sometimes be prone to chipping or scratching, but none are clearly evident in the image. The overall design features a dynamic shot of Ekwonu in what appears to be practice gear or a pre-game warm-up, set against a green field background with a subtle linear pattern.