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2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome Football Hobby Box
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Frequently asked
What are the key rookies and prospects in this set?
The set features 200 college players, with Caleb Williams (USC), Drake Maye, Marvin Harrison Jr. (Ohio State), Shedeur Sanders (Colorado), and Travis Hunter (Colorado) among the top names. Many cards are marked as '1st Bowman' for players making their first appearance in the brand.
How many autographs will I get in a hobby box?
Every hobby box is guaranteed 2 autographs. They come from either the Chrome Prospect Autographs series (140 signers) or the Future of Football Autographs insert set.
What's the deal with all the Refractor parallels?
There are nearly two dozen different Refractor parallels, ranging from common base Refractors (1:6 packs) down to ultra-rare numbered versions like Red Refractors (/5) and Black Shimmer Refractors (1/1). Hobby-exclusive parallels include Purple Shimmer, Green Shimmer, Gold Shimmer, Orange Shimmer, and Red Shimmer versions.
What makes Saturday Superstars so hard to pull?
Saturday Superstars hit at 1:1,086 hobby packs, making them the toughest insert in the product. Each player is limited to just 200 copies, so even when you pull one, it's a genuinely scarce card.
Are there any image variations or short prints?
Yes. Ten players get Image Variation treatment, and they're tough at 1:625 hobby packs. Some also have autographed versions. These are true short prints in the classic Bowman style.
How does the base set compare to last year?
The 2023 base set doubled to 200 cards compared to the previous year, giving collectors a much larger checklist of college talent to chase.
What's the difference between Chrome Prospect Autographs and Future of Football Autographs?
Chrome Prospect Autographs are the main signature series with 140 signers and a deep rainbow of parallels. Future of Football Autographs are a smaller, standalone insert with on-card signatures, numbered to 50 base, plus Orange Refractor (/25) and Superfractor (1/1) versions.
What are the best inserts in 2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome?
Worth keeping an eye out for: Chrome Prospect Autographs, Future of Football Autographs, Saturday Superstars (1:1,086 hobby packs), 1955 Bowman Football (1:6 packs), The Big Kahuna Autographs, Bowman Unexpected Delights Early Risers.
When did 2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome come out?
It dropped October 13, 2023.
What's in a 2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome hobby box?
24 packs per box, 4 cards per pack, 12 boxes per case. Hobby boxes guarantee 2 autographs.
Where can I buy 2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome?
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2023 Topps Bowman University Chrome Football
2023 Bowman Chrome University Football brings college football's top prospects to the card table with autographs from stars like Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Marvin Harrison Jr. Every hobby box promises two autographs plus a rainbow of Refractor parallels.
Autographs
2 Autographs per box on average
On average per hobby box
- 1 Shimmer Refractor parallel
- 3 Color-based Refractors or Image Variations
- 4 Additional Refractors
- 4 1955 Bowman Football inserts
- 2 Bowman Unexpected Delights Early Risers
- 3 Ramblin' Man inserts
Inserts to watch
- Chrome Prospect Autographs The main signature series with 140 signers including Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Marvin Harrison Jr. Comes with a full rainbow of numbered parallels.
- Future of Football Autographs Standalone on-card autograph insert numbered to 50 base, with Orange Refractor (/25) and Superfractor (1/1) parallels. Features top prospects.
- Saturday Superstars 1 in 1,086 hobby packs The toughest insert to pull. Each player is limited to 200 copies, making these the rarest chase cards in the product.
- 1955 Bowman Football 1 in 6 packs Retro-inspired design honoring one of Bowman's earliest gridiron releases, but featuring current college players.
- The Big Kahuna Autographs Case hit autograph insert with a bold design. No longer the toughest insert but still a premium pull.
- Bowman Unexpected Delights Early Risers Exclusive to hobby and breaker packs. A secondary insert set that rounds out the autograph and parallel chase.
Fast facts
- Released
- October 13, 2023
- Box config
- 24 packs per box, 4 cards per pack, 12 boxes per case. Hobby boxes guarantee 2 autographs.