.jpg) Harry Beecher on the "Champions Set" by Goodwin & Company, the first American football card set, 1888 | |
| Other names | Football card |
|---|---|
| Type | trading card |
| Company | Panini Leaf |
| Country | United States |
| Availability | 1888–present |
| Features | American football |
An American football card is a type of collectible trading card typically printed on paper stock or card stock that features one or more American football players or other related sports figures. These cards are most often found in the United States and other countries where the sport is popular.
Most football cards features National Football League (NFL) players, but can also feature college football players. Player cards normally list the player's statistics and a narration about their play. Some special edition packs of cards include authentic autographs or jersey cards. Some may include bubble gum or a special edition player card. Many cards are serial-numbered, meaning that there are only so many of that particular card produced. These include unique prints (numbered 1/1). Included in these are printing plates, used in the actual production of the card.