1989 Score Robert Brazile #116 Football Trading Card

This is a 1989 Score brand football trading card featuring Hall of Fame linebacker Robert Brazile of the Houston Oilers. The card is printed on standard cardstock and measures approximately 2.5 by 3.5 inches. The design features a white outer border surrounding a green inner frame that mimics a football field, complete with white yard lines and a red pylon in the lower right corner. A stylized Houston Oilers helmet logo is positioned at the bottom left. The player image shows Brazile in an action stance, wearing the iconic Oilers 'Luv Ya Blue' home uniform with white jersey, light blue pants, and white helmet. The top banner contains the player name 'Robert Brazile' and position 'LB' set against a color-gradient bar, with the 'Score' brand logo in the upper right. Condition-wise, the card appears to be in excellent raw condition, protected by a clear plastic penny sleeve and top-loader. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right and top edges. The corners look relatively sharp with no obvious softening or whitening visible through the protective sleeve. There are no apparent surface creases, scratches, or discoloration on the front face. This card was produced during the 'junk wax' era of the late 1980s, characterized by high production volumes, but it remains a sought-after collectible for Oilers fans and Pro Football Hall of Fame completionists.

I have conducted a visual examination of the 1989 Score Robert Brazile #116 via digital imagery. The card presents in what appears to be Near Mint (NM) raw condition. The registration is sharp and the colors remain vibrant, typical of the high-quality glossy finish Score introduced during this era. The centering is slightly off-set towards the top-right, approximately 60/40, and the corners show sharp points through the protective sleeve. While the 'junk wax' era (1987-1994) is defined by massive overproduction, the 1989 Score set is considered a landmark release for its photography and print quality. Market demand for this specific card is driven primarily by Houston Oilers team collectors and Hall of Fame completionists. Recent sales of raw copies consistently fall in the $1.00 to $3.00 range, as the supply far exceeds the current collector demand. High-grade professionally slabbed copies (PSA 9 or 10) can command higher premiums, but the cost of grading often exceeds the market value of the card itself. Limitations: This appraisal is based solely on digital images. Without an in-person examination, I cannot verify the card's surface integrity (such as hairline scratches or print bubbles) or the presence of subtle 'micro-creases.' A physical inspection using a jeweler’s loupe and a UV light test would be required to rule out modern reprints or edge-trimming. Full authentication would ideally include provenance from the original collector or a certificate from a third-party grader (PSA, BGS, or SGC) to confirm the card's exact numerical grade, which is the primary driver of value in this category.