1998 SP Authentic Randy Moss Rookie Card #18

Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this iconic Randy Moss rookie card from the 1998 SP Authentic football set.

PSA 10 Price: $3,000 - $3,500
PSA 9 Price: $450 - $650
PSA 9 Price: $325 - $425
Total PSA Pop: 1,056

Tale of the Tape

Playing Career
93
Card's Significance in the Hobby
62
Rarity Factor
99
Player Marketability
94
Overall Hobby Score
87
87

Badges

Generational Talent
Multiple Time Pro Bowler

Player Achievements

1998 - 2012

Pro Bowls: 6
All-Pro Selections: 4
Career Receiving Yards: 15,292
Career Receiving Touchdowns: 156
Hall of Fame Induction: 2018

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

The 1998 SP Authentic Randy Moss #18 Rookie Card earns its strong 87 due to a combination of brand prestige, print rarity, and Moss’s iconic status. With only 2,000 serial-numbered copies produced, this card offers a level of built-in scarcity rarely found in the late-'90s football market. SP Authentic was Upper Deck’s premium line, known for its clean design, foil finish, and elevated collector appeal. Unlike mass-printed base rookies, this card has always stood out as a high-end option for serious Moss collectors and remains one of the most condition-sensitive Moss rookies on the market.

Randy Moss redefined the wide receiver position with a combination of speed, size, and pure dominance. He finished his Hall of Fame career with over 15,000 receiving yards and 156 touchdowns, making an instant impact with 17 TDs as a rookie—an NFL record at the time. He earned six Pro Bowl selections and was a key member of multiple powerhouse offenses, including the record-breaking 2007 Patriots. Moss's long-term marketability as a highlight-reel legend, Hall of Famer, and cultural figure contributes to sustained demand, and this particular SP Authentic rookie captures that legacy with both rarity and prestige.

PSA Price History (January)

Year PSA 10 Price PSA 9 Price
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