Roger Goodell cheered at NFL Draft for signed card

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell experienced an unusual moment of cheers at the recent NFL Draft, signing an autographed card for an Eagles player. This occurred during the draft's festivities, which included a large Topps tent on the field.

Topps has regained the exclusive license to produce NFL trading cards, a privilege previously held by Panini for over 15 years. This move allows Topps to feature official team names and logos, which are highly valued by collectors.

The release of the 2025 Topps Chrome Football line has created a significant buzz. While Topps' initial hobby box price was $350, current market prices have surged to an average of $1,000 to $1,100, with jumbo boxes averaging $2,100 online. This price increase underscores the substantial demand within the sports card hobby.

Fans flocked to the Topps tent, with numbers exceeding 50,000 over the three days. Despite initial concerns about pricing and allocation from some dealers, the overall sentiment regarding Topps' return to the NFL card market is optimistic, reinforcing the hobby's growth.