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The SCN Challenge
by Brendan Darr
Hosted by Chris Thomas, Ataboy Cards brought 10 creators and card collectors together to mix fantasy football with card collecting. Each collector drafts 5 modern player cards, plus 1 legend card. We track whose portfolio is up the most through the Super Bowl. Taking cues from fantasy football, we'll have waivers each week. Follow along to see who wins The SCN Challenge!
Episodes
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Why This Peyton Manning Rookie Is Up 260% | SCN Challenge Ep. 7
Jason Otero’s Peyton Manning Metal Universe rookie is up 260% in the SCN Challenge. He started buying it because of Michael Jordan. After watching Jordan Metal Universe cards sell for $600–$800, Jason recognized demand for the set—and an opportunity in a Peyton Manning rookie sitting around $100....
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How Trent Took the Lead in the $1,000 Card Challenge | SCN Challenge Ep. 5
Bryce Young’s Prizm Silver rookie card went from $140 to $300—but where could the next football card breakout come from? In Episode 5 of the SCN Challenge Show, Joe and Chris break down the card sales, backup quarterback opportunities, and player hype driving the conversation. Trent from Hobby...
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Brady vs. Manning In 2026: Is the Price Gap Justified? | SCN Challenge Ep. 4
Greatness vs. collector demand: why does Brady command such a premium over Manning? Is Tom Brady’s card premium over Peyton Manning justified—or is Manning being overlooked? Alex Clever Cuban makes the case for Manning, while Chris Thomas explains why collector demand can matter more than the gap...
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Are PSA 9s the Smarter Buy? | SCN Challenge Ep. 3
When does a PSA 9 make more sense than a PSA 10? Gary LeMaster from Ball Card Show joins Mike Sterk and Joe Bartel to explain his SCN Challenge portfolio—and what conversations with collectors at card shows have taught him about finding value. Gary breaks down his picks of Patrick Mahomes, Tom...
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Caleb Williams or Jaxson Dart: Which Cards Have More Upside?
Caleb Williams or Jaxson Dart—which football cards have more upside after Week 1? Joe and Chris debate the hype, the prices, and why big performances don’t always translate into hobby demand. Dalen McMillon of Junk Wax Vintage joins Episode 2 of The SCN Challenge Show to explain his five-card...
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The $1,000 Football Card Challenge ft. Mike Gioseffi
Five football cards. A $1,000 fantasy budget. Who has the best eye for value? Mike Gioseffi joins Joe Bartel and Chris Thomas for The SCN Challenge Show, where ten SCN personalities build simulated portfolios of PSA-graded NFL cards and track their values through the season. Gio breaks down his...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by Chris Thomas, Ataboy Cards brought 10 creators and card collectors together to mix fantasy football with card collecting. Each collector drafts 5 modern player cards, plus 1 legend card. We track whose portfolio is up the most through the Super Bowl. Taking cues from fantasy football, we'll have waivers each week. Follow along to see who wins The SCN Challenge!
HOSTED BY
Brendan Darr
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Hosted by Chris Thomas, Ataboy Cards brought 10 creators and card collectors together to mix fantasy football with card collecting. Each collector drafts 5 modern player cards, plus 1 legend card. We track whose portfolio is up the most through the Super Bowl. Taking cues from fantasy football,...
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