1952 Bowman Small #138 Bobby Walston PSA 9

1952 Bowman Small #138 Bobby Walston PSA 9 – A Pop 3 Rookie of the Eagles' Versatile Scoring Threat

In the early 1950s, Bobby Walston was one of pro football’s most dependable and versatile scoring weapons, playing as both a wide receiver and placekicker for the Philadelphia Eagles. A steady offensive contributor throughout the decade, Walston had already begun building a reputation as a reliable target and special teams stalwart by 1952. He would eventually finish his career with over 5,300 receiving yards and 46 touchdown receptions—an impressive total in an era dominated by ground-and-pound offenses—while also ranking among the league’s most accurate kickers.

The 1952 Bowman Small #138 Bobby Walston card captures the gridiron simplicity of a time when players wore leather-tinged helmets, and television broadcasts were a novelty. This PSA 9 example is remarkably well-preserved, offering rich color, sharp corners, and a clean surface, all enhanced by the minimalistic design that defines the Bowman Small set. Centered with precision and free from the typical age-related blemishes, this card is among the finest known examples, with only 3 known in PSA 9, of Walston’s earliest mainstream appearance.

For collectors of vintage football, especially those building high-grade Bowman Small sets, this card represents a pristine piece of 1950s NFL history. Whether you’re an Eagles enthusiast, a position player collector, or simply appreciate rare cardboard in elite condition, this Walston PSA 9 is a striking artifact from the golden age of two-way play and unsung heroes.