Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this third-year John Elway card from the classic 1986 Topps football set.
The 1986 Topps John Elway #198 is his third-year card, released as Elway was becoming one of the NFL’s most dynamic quarterbacks. By this point, Elway had already led the Broncos to their first playoff appearance of his career and was building a reputation for late-game heroics. The 1986 Topps set stands out for its bold green and white borders, which make high-grade cards tough to find, and it’s loaded with key stars and rookies from a golden era of football.
For collectors, this card is a snapshot of Elway’s rise—he was known for his cannon arm and ability to extend plays, and he was just starting to rack up Pro Bowl nods. The mid-80s were a time when Topps was still the only licensed NFL card producer, and packs were a fixture at grocery stores and corner shops. This card stands out for its scarcity in top grades and as a piece of Elway’s early journey toward becoming a Hall of Famer.
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