Panini’s Select Football franchise has made a triumphant reappearance, beckoning collectors to embark on a journey that melds the glories of yesteryear with the promise of tomorrow. The 2023 edition unfolds with a show-stopping five-tiered base set that grows increasingly elusive as one ascends the tiers, providing a riveting challenge for enthusiasts. The roster boasts a blend of iconic figures from football’s annals, inviting fans to bask in the nostalgia of legendary moments while staying attuned to the rising stars poised to shape the sport’s future.
Cracking open packs reveals a trove of inserts that seamlessly interlace contemporary superstars with the heroes of bygone eras. Among these treasures, the highly sought-after 2024 NFL Draft XRCs stand tall, accompanied by other dynamic inserts like Starcade, Color Wheel, and the Select Anniversary series. These inserts inject each pack with a tinge of exhilarating pursuit, ensuring that each unveil is met with bated breath.
A hallmark of Select Football lies in its diverse array of autograph and autograph memorabilia cards, showcasing signatures from the NFL’s freshest rookies alongside its most illustrious luminaries. Across the league landscape, a tapestry of players spanning generations spreads out, offering a smorgasbord of collectible autographs that delights connoisseurs.
For ardent San Francisco 49ers devotees, Select unfolds a panorama of signatures from the stalwarts who once graced Candlestick Park, including luminaries such as Roger Craig and Frank Gore, as well as contemporary gems like Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel, and Nick Bosa who now leave their mark on Levi’s Stadium.
Meanwhile, fans of the Dallas Cowboys can revel in the legacy of their team through autographs from Daryl Johnston, Emmitt Smith, and Darren Woodson—pillars of Dallas’ Super Bowl triumphs. These titans of the gridiron are accompanied by current stars CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons, who strive to etch their names alongside the franchise’s storied history.
In the Steel City of Pittsburgh, the Steelers’ renowned defensive prowess finds embodiment in autographs from two legends: the indomitable “Mean” Joe Greene, an architect of Pittsburgh’s defensive dominance, and T.J. Watt, the present-day guardian of the Steelers’ defensive legacy.
From the glitz of Los Angeles to the heart of St. Louis and back to sunny California, the Rams’ electrifying history is personified by offensive dynamos such as Torry Holt and the budding talent Puka Nacua—both immortalized with signature cards that pay homage to their on-field magic.
The 2023 rookie class garners its due spotlight in Select, with autographs from burgeoning stars like Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, De’Von Achane, and Sam LaPorta—a testament to the league’s bright future.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector who has traced the trajectories of football’s luminaries or a fresh enthusiast eager to delve into the lore of yesteryears, Panini’s Select Football 2023 promises an enthralling experience that caters to collectors of all stripes.
