Nuttin But The Hits:2016 Contenders Football Hobby Box

My first 2016 football card bust is usually SA-GE Hit, but this year I broke that streak and tried a box of 2016 Contenders Draft.Cause, well, it's Contenders.

Let's see how my first football break of the year went.

Box Breakdown:

• 4 RUSH WEEK
• 4 CLASS REUNION
• 4 COLLEGIATE CONNECTIONS
• 4 PASSING GRADES
• 48 GAME DAY TICKETS
• 24 SCHOOL COLORS
• 24 OLD SCHOOL COLORS
• 5 Autographs
• $130 Per Box

My first pull, a sweet Cracked Ice of Carlos Hyde. These are numbered to 23.

 

Now onto the autograph onslaught. I don't believe I did that great,but with any rookie card, you just never know. Who knew Tom Brady was going to be great? It all depends on the player, team and position the player is put in.

Jarran Reed. I never get very excited when I pull defensive players....

 

DJ Foster

 

Kelvin Taylor

 

Tre Madden

 

And finally, Alex Collins which is a College Bowl Ticket parallel. These are numbered to 99.

 

 

Overall, a bit disappointing for now. But, you just never know when these guys can step up and make plays. 

What is your usual first NFL product to open around draft time? How did your team do in the first round? Thoughts on Contenders Draft also welcomed!