2018 Playoff Air Command Drew Brees #AC-9
Drew Brees · Panini (Playoff) · Insert / Holofoil
Player
Drew Brees
Set
2018 Playoff Football Air Command
Year
2018
Card #
#AC-9
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Visible top edge wear, corner softening, and surface scratches due to lack of protection on carpet.
Category
Insert / Holofoil
Manufacturer
Panini (Playoff)
Demand Level
Moderate (Consistent demand for Hall of Fame legends, though this is a common insert).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-45, PSA 10: $95-125 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific insert range from $0.99 to $2.99 plus shipping. Graded copies are rare because collectors typically only grade high-end parallels or rookies of this era.
Description
A stunning 2018 Playoff Air Command insert featuring future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees in his New Orleans Saints home uniform. The card features a vibrant 'Air Command' holographic foil finish with a jet-themed aesthetic. The bottom right features the 'Strike From Above' logo, and Brees is depicted in a classic passing motion against a cloudy sky backdrop.
Key Features
Future first-ballot Hall of Fame player; popular thematic insert set (Air Command); attractive holofoil finish; features Brees during his late-career high-performance years with the Saints.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Correct Panini font and logo placement; standard foil thickness for the 2018 Playoff set; authentic holofoil refraction pattern. This specific insert is rarely counterfeited due to low base value.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening along the top edge; visible corner dings on the bottom right and top right; surface lacks a penny sleeve which typically leads to micro-scratches on foil cards. Centering appears slightly shifted to the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low start auction or Buy It Now), COMC (best for low-value inserts), or as part of a Saints team lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will exceed the market value. Place the card immediately in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further edge wear. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'Saints QB', and 'Holofoil' in the listing.