1976 Topps #424 Robert Brazile PSA 9
1976 Topps #424 Robert Brazile PSA 9 – Rookie Card of a Hall of Fame Linebacker
The 1976 Topps #424 Robert Brazile card marks the rookie issue of one of the most dominant linebackers of his era. Selected by the Houston Oilers with the sixth overall pick in the 1975 NFL Draft, Brazile wasted no time making an impact, winning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. His rare combination of size, speed, and intelligence revolutionized the outside linebacker position, making him one of the first true pass-rushing linebackers in pro football history. Over the next decade, Brazile would be a seven-time Pro Bowler and six-time All-Pro selection, playing a crucial role in the Oilers’ famous "Luv Ya Blue" era under coach Bum Phillips. His dominance was finally recognized when he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.
This 1976 Topps #424 Robert Brazile rookie card is a stunning PSA 9 example, preserving one of the most important defensive rookie cards of the era. The image clarity is crisp, featuring Brazile in his Oilers uniform, a classic representation of Houston’s iconic color scheme. The centering is excellent, the corners are razor-sharp, and the surface remains pristine, making this one of the finest examples available. Given the importance of this card as a Hall of Fame rookie issue, high-grade copies are highly sought after by collectors.
For fans of Hall of Fame defenders, Houston Oilers history, or collectors of iconic rookie cards, this Robert Brazile PSA 9 is a fantastic investment. As one of the players who redefined the linebacker position, this card serves as a tribute to one of the NFL’s greatest defensive stars.