2000 SP Authentic Tom Brady #118

Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this highly coveted short-printed rookie card of Tom Brady from SP Authentic's Future Watch series.

PSA 10 Price: $40K - $60K
PSA 9 Price: $9K - $12K
PSA 8 Price: $6K - $8K
Total PSA Pop: 640

Tale of the Tape

Playing Career
100
Card's Significance in the Hobby
75
Rarity Factor
100
Player Marketability
98
Overall Hobby Score
93
93

Badges

Generational Talent
Multiple Time Champion
Multiple Time MVP
Best in Draft Class
Big Market Success
Global
Global

Player Achievements

2000 - 2022

Super Bowl Championships: 7
Super Bowl MVPs: 5
NFL MVP Awards: 3
Pro Bowls: 15
All-Pro Selections: 6
Most Career Wins by a QB
Most Career TDs: 649
Most Career Passing Yards: 89,214
Hall of Fame (Expected): First-Ballot Lock

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

The 2000 SP Authentic Tom Brady #118 Rookie Card is one of the most prestigious and sought-after modern football cards, earning an 89.5 Hobby Score. With a print run limited to just 1,250 copies, this card is far scarcer than most of Brady’s other rookies. SP Authentic was Upper Deck’s premium brand, known for its crisp photography, Future Watch branding, and serial-numbered rookies—a formula that set the standard for high-end football cards in the early 2000s.

Brady’s journey to NFL superstardom is filled with memorable moments, from his underdog status as the 199th pick to his legendary playoff comebacks. One story that stands out: after being drafted, Brady introduced himself to Patriots owner Robert Kraft by saying, “I’m the best decision this organization has ever made.” The SP Authentic rookie captures the beginning of that improbable rise. Its combination of rarity, brand prestige, and direct connection to Brady’s legacy makes it a true grail for collectors and a centerpiece of any modern football collection.

PSA Price History (January)

Year PSA 10 Price PSA 9 Price
2022
2023
2024
2025

Note: Price data will be updated soon.

Thoughts & Opinions?