2018 Leaf Draft Courtland Sutton TD Machines #TDM-CS1
Courtland Sutton · Leaf Trading Cards · Insert, Rookie Year
Player
Courtland Sutton
Set
2018 Leaf Draft Football - TD Machines Insert Set
Year
2018
Card #
TDM-CS1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Visible corner softening on bottom right, slight surface scratching likely on high-gloss finish, and slightly top-heavy centering.
Category
Insert, Rookie Year
Manufacturer
Leaf Trading Cards
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for SMU alumni or Denver Broncos player collectors. Market for non-licensed (unbranded) collegiate cards is significantly smaller than Panini/Topps licensed NFL products.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar 2018 Leaf Draft inserts range from $0.99 to $2.50. Base rookie cards from the same set often sell in lots for less than $1.00 per card.
Description
A sharp 2018 Leaf Draft 'TD Machines' insert featuring Denver Broncos star wide receiver Courtland Sutton in his SMU Mustangs collegiate uniform. The card features a high-tech industrial aesthetic with a metallic geometric honeycomb background and bold 'TD MACHINES' typography.
Key Features
Rookie year insert; features Sutton in his collegiate prime; popular insert design from the 2018 Leaf Draft product cycle.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Leaf logo typography; standard card stock thickness; high-resolution printing on the 'TD Machines' logo. High Confidence (this card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value).
Flaws to Note
Lower right corner shows minor white tip wear (softening); centering is roughly 60/40 top-to-bottom; thin horizontal surface line visible above player's head; ungraded paper stock is prone to edge chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or Sportlots. Best sold as part of a 'player lot' or 'team lot' to maximize shipping efficiency.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will far exceed the resale value. List it with 'SMU' and 'Broncos' in the title. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for Protection. Use eBay Standard Envelope for $1.00 shipping to remain competitive.