Jayden Daniels: 2025's Most Graded Athlete Surpasses Ohtani & Jordan
- Jeff Brighton
- Jan 4
- 4 min read
Jayden Daniels was the most graded athlete across all sports cards by PSA in 2025, surpassing Michael Jordan and Shohei Ohtani. After initial hype and peak prices during his rookie debut, concerns about his durability, injuries, and a growing supply of cards entering the market have reduced their value.
This cycle mirrors common trends in the collectibles market, creating an affordable entry point for football fans, collectors, and investors. Despite the correction, Daniels is still viewed as a high-potential NFL quarterback, especially following an exceptional rookie season with the Washington Commanders, where he won Offensive Rookie of the Year and led the team to the NFC Championship.
Today we’re examining his top 10 most graded cards of 2025, including official PSA population data and gem rates. All market prices reflect recent eBay sales averages for PSA 10 Gem Mint copies exclusively.
10/ 2024 Donruss Jayden Daniels The Rookies Insert Base # TR37
Current Market Price: USD40
Total Population: 3,181 Gem Rate: 63%
Jayden Daniels' 2024 Donruss The Rookies Insert # TR37 card showcases the promising quarterback as he enters the NFL. Part of the popular Donruss Football set, this insert highlights Daniels as a top rookie prospect for the 2024 season. It's likely to attract collectors interested in emerging NFL talent and could potentially increase in value based on Daniels' future performance in the league.
9/ 2024 Panini Donruss Optic Jayden Daniels Purple Shock Rated Rookie #248
Current Market Price: USD65
Total Population: 3,371
Gem Rate: 35%
The eye-catching parallel design highlights the highly-touted quarterback prospect as he enters the NFL. However, the Donruss Optic sets have historically been challenging to grade, with only a 35% Gem Rate, which has likely inflated the value of this card as it is part of one of the most difficult-to-grade selections.
8/ 2024 Panini Donruss Optic Jayden Daniels Rated Rookie Base Card # 248
Current Market Price: USD35 Total Population: 3,713
Gem Rate: 41%
The base version of this Donruss Optic card is currently the most affordable option in this selection.
7/ 2024 Panini Prizm Jayden Daniels Orange Lazer Prizm # 347
Current Market Price: USD100
Total Population: 3,791
Gem Rate: 41%
The 2024 Panini Prizm Jayden Daniels Orange Lazer Prizm # 347 is the variation of true rookie card featuring the LSU quarterback in his college uniform, part of Panini’s premium Prizm series. This Orange Lazer parallel showcases a vibrant refractor finish with laser detailing, prized for its scarcity and collectible appeal, with long-term value tied to Daniels’ NFL trajectory.
6/ 2024 Panini Donruss Bomb Squad Jayden Daniels Base # 29
Current Market Price: USD40
Total Population: 4,083
Gem Rate: 59%
The funkiest of the list, this base card features bold design elements typical of Donruss releases, offering an accessible entry point for collectors, with its appeal linked to Daniels’ NFL development and future performance.
5/ 2024 Donruss Rated Rookie Jayden Daniels Optic Preview Pink Prizm # 389
Current Market Price: USD70
Total Population: 4,854
Gem Rate: 63%
The 2024 Donruss Rated Rookie Jayden Daniels Optic Preview Pink Prizm #389 is a vibrant rookie card showcasing the Washington Commanders quarterback in Donruss’ signature Optic Preview design. Its Pink Prizm parallel adds a colorful, limited-refractor finish, making it a sought-after piece for collectors targeting standout rookie-year releases.
4/ 2024 Panini Prizm Jayden Daniels Silver Prizm # 347
Current Market Price: USD650
Total Population: 5,313
Gem Rate: 12%
With a 12% Gem Rate—the lowest in this selection—this Silver Prizm is one of the highest-value cards listed. As the first widely recognized true rookie card (a key rookie-year release), its scarcity in PSA 10 has maintained steady market value. Always verify you're purchasing a Silver Prizm, not the lower-value Base Prizm variant.
3/ 2024 Panini Donruss Rated Rookies Retro Jayden Daniels Base # 11
Current Market Price: USD50
Total Population: 5,524
Gem Rate: 55%
Panini introduced "Rated Rookie Retro" football cards in 2022, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic 1992 Donruss baseball design. These inserts reimagine NFL rookies in the classic aesthetic, combining nostalgia with modern appeal. The Retro design is undeniably eye-catching, standing out as one of the most visually striking inserts for collectors, though its scarcity makes it a challenging—but rewarding—target to acquire.
2/ 2024 Donruss Rated Rookie Jayden Daniels Base # 389
Current Market Price: USD25
Total Population: 11,200
Gem Rate: 34%
The most affordable rookie on the list and the second most-graded, this card remains a solid pickup—though the Preview Pink Prizm holds greater value and collector appeal.
1/ 2024 Panini Prizm Jayden Daniels Base # 347
Current Market Price: USD50
Total Population: 15,298
Gem Rate: 36%
As the first true rookie base card (and the most graded here), it remains at a reasonable price for purists prioritizing original releases.
With gem rates for Jayden Daniels’ cards consistently low across the board—reflecting print quality variance—these collectibles remain a high-stakes, high-reward niche. For deeper insights into rookie card investment strategies, explore our Invest in Rookies guides, where we break down market trends, hidden gems, and long-term plays to help you navigate this volatile yet thrilling corner of the hobby. Remember to subscribe to our weekly newsletter as well to receive our best editorial coverage and buyer's guides!
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