I’m not some reseller with bots or unlimited funds — I’m just a collector trying to enjoy the hobby and open product with my son. That’s literally all I wanted out of this release.

But once again, it feels like the same thing:

• Big buyers and breakers somehow get loaded up

• Regular collectors can’t even secure ONE box

• “Lotteries” and “fair access” don’t actually feel fair

How is it that the average collector has to jump through hoops just for a chance, while others consistently hit large quantities?

This was supposed to be a big release for football collectors — especially with Topps back in the game — and instead it just feels like another example of the hobby drifting further away from everyday people.

At some point, something has to change. Whether it’s stricter limits, better bot protection, or real allocation fairness… because right now this system just isn’t it.

Anyone else get shut out too?