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The market for Aaron Rodgers’ rookie cards, once soaring to impressive heights, has taken a hit over the past few years but is now showing signs of recovery as the veteran quarterback enters free agency. Following a challenging stretch with the New York Jets—where Rodgers missed the entire 2023 season with a ruptured Achilles and recorded a 5-12 season in 2024—the value of his Topps and Topps Chrome rookie cards has dropped dramatically. Data from Card Ladder shows that Rodgers’ 2005 Topps rookie card, graded a PSA 10, peaked at $1,229.07 in January 2021 but now is available for just over $146, reflecting an 88% decline in value. Similarly, the Topps Chrome version, which sold for over $6,000 on January 22, 2022, has fallen to $1,100 as of March 13, 2025.

Despite these steep declines, collectors are beginning to see a glimmer of hope. Rodgers was recently cut from the Jets—who have moved on by signing Justin Fields—and his next destination remains one of the most hotly debated topics in free agency. Even though his recent on-field performance has been less than stellar, the long-term allure of a future Hall of Famer and four-time NFL MVP continues to drive interest among collectors. Recent sales suggest a modest rebound: two weeks ago, a PSA 10 Topps Chrome rookie card was listed at $990 while the base version was around $115; the most recent transactions have seen these prices edge up to $1,100 and $146.80, respectively.

Speculation about Rodgers’ next move is intensifying, with potential destinations including Minnesota, New York’s Giants, and even Pittsburgh. Many believe that a move to the AFC North—where he could connect with talents like George Pickens and DK Metcalf—might offer the best scenario for a comeback. While the current market is unlikely to return to the peak values of 2021 and 2022, any upward trend is seen as positive news for collectors and investors who remain optimistic about Rodgers’ ability to rebound once he signs with a new team.