Tahj Brooks

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 6/10

Brooks' rookie card value is stable due to low demand and high supply. His 6th-round status and current role as a backup limit short-term price growth. However, fantasy relevance and injury potential could create minor spikes.

Next months. Next 3–6 months: Stable prices with minor fluctuations based on fantasy performance and injury reports.[4]

Long term. 1–3 years: Gradual increase if he takes over as a primary RB; otherwise, prices may decline due to lack of breakout.

History

Tahj Brooks (born May 13, 2002) is an American professional football running back for the Cincinnati Bengals of the NFL. He played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and was selected by the Bengals as the 193th pick in the 6th round of the 2025 NFL Draft[2][3]. He is currently active with the Bengals[1].

As a 2025 rookie, his first trading cards were released in 2025 during the 2025 NFL Draft season, with Rookie Cards appearing in sets like 2025 Panini Mosaic Rookies Cookies Mosaic #400[7] and 2025 Panini Origins Proving Ground Signature #27 (though not a rookie) [5].

• Selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 6th round, pick 193 of the 2025 NFL Draft[2][3].
• Played college football at Texas Tech[1][2].
• Scored an 8.58 RAS (Relative Athletic Score) out of 10.00, ranking 299th out of 2099 RBs from 1987–2025[8].
• Considered a fantasy sleeper in 2025 due to potential opportunity share from 6–8% if Samaje Perine or Chase Brown are injured[4].
• Run a 14-yard field-reversing highlight in Bengals preseason Week 2, 2025[6].

Rarity and print run

Tier

Common

Print run

Very High

First printed in

2025 Panini Mosaic Rookies Cookies Mosaic (Rookie Card)

Demand

Low

Supply

Abundant

• Brooks was a 6th-round pick, limiting pre-draft hype and rookie card demand.
• High print runs for common cards in 2025 sets.
• Backed by established players on the Bengals, reducing immediate breakout potential.

Collector notes

Condition. Check for edge wear, corner dents, surface scratches, and centering issues. Rookie cards often have printing defects on the foil. Avoid creases or bending. Common flaws include scuff marks on glossy surfaces and misaligned borders.

Storage. Store in a rigid top loader or semi-rigid card protector. Keep in a climate-controlled environment away from humidity and direct sunlight. Use a sleeve before placing into a top loader. For long-term storage, use long-term archival-safe boxes.

Authenticity. Verify card number, set name, and player details against official databases. Authentic rookie cards have a consistent holographic or foil pattern. Fakes may show inconsistent printing, blurred text, or incorrect logos. Use graded, graded, or graded grading services for authentication. Look for the 'RC' designation on rookie cards.