2021 Panini Absolute Mac Jones Introductions Rookie #I-15
Mac Jones · Panini · Rookie, Insert
Player
Mac Jones
Set
2021 Panini Absolute Football - Introductions Insert
Year
2021
Card #
#I-15
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. The centering appears slightly heavy to the right on the front. Corners and edges look sharp through the top-loader, but surface scratches are common on foil-finish Absolute cards.
Category
Rookie, Insert
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand for Mac Jones cards has cooled significantly following his trade from the Patriots and secondary role in the league. Interest is primarily driven by Alabama team collectors or completionist set-builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific insert range from $0.99 to $4.50 plus shipping. Graded copies (PSA 10) have struggled to exceed $50 in the current market due to his performance decline.
Description
A sharp 2021 Panini Absolute Introductions rookie card featuring Mac Jones in both his New England Patriots and Alabama Crimson Tide uniforms. The card design features a split-image 'Introduction' theme with a vertical central divider and the official 'RC' shield logo at the top center. The bottom section lists the team and player details in a clean, modern font against a dark background.
Key Features
Features the popular 'Introductions' insert design that highlights the transition from college to the NFL; holds the official Panini Rookie Card (RC) logo; features the former first-round pick in his rookie season.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The matte/gloss contrast on the Panini logos, the specific 'Absolute Football' typography, and the standard card-stock thickness are all consistent with 2021 production. This card is not currently a high-target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center left-to-right (roughly 45/55). Potential for surface micro-scratches which are endemic to the Absolute product line's gloss finish. No visible corner ding or edge chipping from the provided image.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), Sportlots, or COMC (Check Out My Cards). This type of low-to-mid tier insert is best sold on high-volume marketplaces with inexpensive shipping options (eBay Standard Envelope).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of the grading fee far exceeds the current market value of the card. List it using 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $1.00 shipping to attract buyers. Use keywords like 'Patriots RC', 'Bama', and 'Introductions' in the title.