
Tommy Hodson
1991 • Upper Deck
#480

A 1981 Topps football card featuring Matt Cavanaugh of the New England Patriots, card #248 from the iconic Topps set of that era.
1981 • Topps
NFL • New England Patriots
Near Mint
248
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Matt Cavanaugh's 1981 Topps card sits firmly in the budget tier of the era's NFL offerings, consistent with a backup quarterback whose career never reached marquee status. As a supporting player for the New England Patriots during a transitional period for the franchise, this card commands minimal premium over other common base cards from the same set. Condition sensitivity is relatively low given the modest collector demand, though a high-grade PSA or BGS example would still trade above raw copies simply due to the scarcity of well-preserved specimens.
This is a standard base card from the 1981 Topps Football set, carrying no serial numbering, parallel distinction, or short-print designation. The set was produced in large quantities typical of early 1980s Topps runs, meaning raw supply remains abundant across the hobby. Graded population for this card is expectedly thin — not due to scarcity, but because collector interest has historically not justified the cost of professional grading submissions.
Cavanaugh's post-playing career as an NFL offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach adds a niche layer of interest for team-specific collectors, particularly those focused on Patriots or 49ers memorabilia, but this does not translate into meaningful market momentum. The single active listing signals extremely limited transactional volume, making price discovery unreliable and liquidity a real concern for anyone looking to move the card quickly. Long-term appreciation potential is minimal unless a significant coaching milestone or Hall of Fame connection elevates his broader recognition within the hobby.

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