1976 Topps #148 Walter Payton PSA 5 (EX) Rookie Card
1976 Topps #148 Walter Payton PSA 5 (EX) Rookie Card
1976 Topps #148 Walter Payton — PSA 5 (EX) Rookie Card
One of the most coveted cards in football collecting — the 1976 Topps #148 Walter Payton rookie card, graded PSA 5 (Excellent) by Professional Sports Authenticator. This is the only mainstream rookie card of "Sweetness," the legendary Chicago Bears running back and Pro Football Hall of Famer.
- Year: 1976
- Set: Topps
- Card Number: #148
- Player: Walter Payton
- Team: Chicago Bears
- Position: Running Back
- Grading Company: PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)
- Grade: 5 — Excellent (EX)
- PSA Cert #: 44685197
- Card Type: Rookie Card (RC)
A PSA 5 presents with solid eye appeal — well-centered with moderate wear on corners and edges, making it an accessible entry point into one of football’s most important rookie cards. The back of the card highlights Payton’s early rushing record and his breakout potential heading into his second NFL season.
Whether you’re building a Bears collection, a Hall of Fame set, or simply want a piece of football royalty — this card delivers. Displayed brilliantly, collected boldly.
🌟 Fun Fact: Walter Payton rushed for 16,726 career yards — a record that stood for over 10 years. He also holds the single-game rushing record of 275 yards, set in 1977. Despite his on-field dominance, he was never ejected from a game in his entire NFL career.