1951 Bowman #85 Jules Rykovich PSA EX 5

1951 Bowman #85 Jules Rykovich PSA 5 – A Solid Mid-Grade Example of an Early NFL Quarterback

The 1951 Bowman #85 Jules Rykovich pays tribute to a versatile and athletic figure from the formative years of the NFL. Rykovich was a standout at Illinois and Notre Dame before carving out a respectable pro career as a halfback and quarterback for teams like the Chicago Bears and Washington Redskins. This card captures him in Bowman’s signature hand-painted style, offering a colorful look at a post-war football hero from a time when the league was still taking shape.

Graded PSA 5, this example presents strong color saturation and even framing, with light corner wear and mild surface aging consistent with the grade. The card retains excellent visual presence and represents a tougher early-50s football card of a multi-position talent who helped bridge the college and pro football eras. A great addition for collectors working on a complete 1951 Bowman set or those focused on vintage gridiron legends.