Sam Darnold

2018 Panini Contenders Rookie of the Year Sam Darnold #RYA-SD value & prices

Looking up the 2018 Panini Contenders Rookie of the Year Sam Darnold #RYA-SD? You're in the right place: this page tracks its market value across every major grade, starting around $1.28 raw, with live eBay listings to compare against.

Graded copies command a clear premium — an ungraded copy is worth around $1.28 and a PSA 9 around $19.99.

Compare every grade in the price table above and tap through to active eBay listings. Add Sam Darnold to your Ripbin locker to watch its value over time.

Collector's notes

As a recent release, this card's market is still finding its level — prices move with the player's performance, grading population growth, and overall hobby demand.

The football hobby centers on rookies and stars, with flagship sets drawing the most graded submissions.

Is it worth grading?

The spread between raw ($1.28) and top-graded ($19.99) copies is fairly tight, so grading this card only makes financial sense for truly flawless copies — or for collectors who simply prefer slabbed cards for protection and display.

When choosing a grader, PSA slabs typically resell fastest, BGS rewards truly pristine copies, and SGC/CGC offer faster turnarounds — compare each label's value in the grade table above.

Buying & selling tips

Before buying a Sam Darnold #RYA-SD, compare several live listings — prices for the same card can vary widely depending on condition, seller reputation, and whether an auction is ending soon. The live eBay listings above update throughout the day.

Selling? List smart: photograph corners and surface clearly, state the condition honestly, and price against the grade table above. Or scan it into your Ripbin locker and let bids come to you.