NaVorro Bowman
Three-time First-team All-Pro Linebacker · Football - NFL
Oakland Raiders / San Francisco 49ers
Era
Late Career - circa 2017
Item Type
Logo Football
Condition
Excellent - signature is bold with minor ink bleed into the grain; football surface is clean white.
Rarity
Common - Bowman was a frequent signer during his active playing days.
Overall Assessment
A classic example of a modern NFL autograph on a team-specific souvenir; high aesthetic appeal for a Raiders or 49ers enthusiast.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic - 95% confidence
Signature Style
Stylized scrawl with jersey number 53 inscription
Signature Characteristics
Fast, fluid motion; the 'N' and 'B' are heavily abbreviated; jersey number 53 is written with two distinct strokes for the 5 and a sharp 3.
Ink & Medium
Black permanent marker (Sharpie) on synthetic white football leather
Item Description
Oakland Raiders branded white panel 'commemorative' or 'souvenir' football featuring an embroidered team logo.
Estimated Value
$40.00 - $60.00 (single signature value as part of a team ball)
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard exemplars from his 2017 tenure with the Raiders perfectly.
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinctive 'N' that resembles a 14 and the looped 'B' that often looks like a cursive 'l' or 'e'.
Certification Recommendation
JSA or Beckett (BAS) for multi-signed football identification.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; flow and pressure are consistent with a live signing.
Provenance Notes
Likely obtained during a team signing event or at the Raiders training facility in Alameda during the 2017 season.
Historical Context
Bowman joined the Raiders in late 2017 after a legendary career with the 49ers, making this era-specific signature unique to his short time in Oakland.
Market Trends
Stable value for modern era defensive stars; highly collected by 49ers and Raiders fans.
Investment Potential
Low - steady as a fan piece but unlikely to see massive appreciation unless he reaches the Hall of Fame.
Similar Autographs
Patrick Willis, Khalil Mack, Aldon Smith.
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protected acrylic cube; avoid direct sunlight to prevent the notorious 'yellowing' of white souvenir footballs.
Interesting Facts
Bowman is famous for 'The Pick at the Stick,' the final touchdown ever scored at Candlestick Park.