BUY CARDS
As one of the oldest and most successful franchises in NFL history, Green Bay Packers cards hold a special place in the hearts of football fans and collectors alike. With over a century's worth of legendary players, coaches, and teams to choose from, narrowing down the top 5 most valuable Packers cards of all time was no easy task. After careful consideration, these prized pigskin collectibles emerged as the cream of the crop.
Kicking off our list is a card featuring one of the NFL's all-time toughest players, Bronko Nagurski. After dominating as a fullback and linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Nagurski continued his football career with the Chicago Bears from 1930-1937. He joined the Packers in 1938, helping lead the team to a 10-1 regular season record and the franchise's 4th NFL championship.
Nagurski's imposing 1935 National Chicle card pictures him during the prime of his Packers tenure. Graded copies in PSA 5 condition have sold for around $4,500 in recent years. Not too shabby for an 8-decade old football card!
Next up is a must-have card for followers of the Green & Gold and fans of the G.O.A.T. wide receiver Jerry Rice. After being drafted by San Francisco in 1985, Rice spent the majority of his Hall of Fame career with the 49ers before arriving in Green Bay in 2001. Though past his prime, Rice provided a credible threat for Brett Favre, catching 83 balls his lone season as a Packer.
Rice's Topps 1986 rookie card remains one of the legendary wideout's most sought-after collectibles. This card in perfect PSA 10 condition has fetched over $5,000 at auction. Not too surprising given Rice's status as the NFL's all-time receiving yards and TD leader.
In the #3 spot is a rookie card of one of football's first gunslinger QBs, Bobby Layne. After entering the league with Green Bay in 1948, Layne went on to make his mark with the Detroit Lions, leading them to NFL titles in 1952, 1953, and 1957. Though a Packer only two seasons, this Hall of Fame QB put up big numbers, tossing for over 1,200 yards both campaigns.
Layne's 1948 Bowman rookie card remains highly coveted by vintage football collectors, especially in PSA 5 condition ($6,500+). This bold, colorized card highlights the beginning of a legendary, if underrated career.
In the runner-up spot is another gem from the 1935 National Chicle set - the Ray Flaherty card. Before becoming a legendary NFL coach, Flaherty was a tough-as-nails end for the Packers and New York Giants in the 1920s and '30s. He played with Green Bay from 1929-1931, making First-Team All-Pro in '29 and '30 and helping win three straight championships.
Like the Nagurski, Flaherty's '35 National Chicle card pictures him vamping for the camera in his Packers uniform. This striking card brings anywhere from $7,500-$8,000+ in PSA 5 condition. A true centerpiece for any serious Packer memorabilia collection.
And now, the moment you've been waiting for - the #1 most valuable Packers card of all-time: the legendary John "Blood" McNally rookie card from 1919. McNally joined the NFL's precursor the APFA (American Professional Football Association) in 1919 as a standout halfback for the Packers. He earned his macabre "Blood" nickname by wearing a red skullcap during games. McNally starred for the Packers through the rest of the '20s, winning 4 championships along the way, also coaching the team from 1925-1926.
McNally's hard-to-find 1919 rookie card fittingly depicts him in his eerie red headpiece. Valued around $10,000-$11,000+ in PSA 5 shape, it's the premier piece of vintage Packers memorabilia bar none.
And there you have it gridiron fans, the top 5 most valuable Green Bay Packers cards of all time. From Bronko to Blood and everyone in between, these pigskin collectibles represent the team's unparalleled legacy and remain holy grails for Packer backers and football card enthusiasts alike. Thanks for taking the trip down memory lane with me. I'd love to hear your thoughts on these iconic cards and if you have any of your own Green Bay gems in your collection. Let me know in the comments. Until next time, this is [your name] signing off.
