First, Dave, you have our gratitude for what looks to be an AMAZING product
To echo that drono said, though, and to reiterate what I said in the Weekly Series forum section, the variations need to go.
I think you can agree that without these in the weekly sets or this set, the cost would be less. I know I can only speak for myself, but I don't need Red Ludlows.
In addition, although I do like the idea of additional inserts like the graduation photo cards, the problem with them is I have to buy at least 3 sets to complete them.
Maybe Topps can have an option of just the base set for sale for future releases.