Oscar Delp

NFL Draft Profile: Oscar Delp

Position: Tight End | School: Georgia | Class: Senior

Height: 6'5" | Weight: 245 lbs | Archetype: Hybrid / Receiving

College Career Summary

Oscar Delp arrived at Georgia as the nation’s top tight end recruit, tasked with the near-impossible feat of following in the footsteps of Brock Bowers and Darnell Washington. After serving as a reliable second option during Georgia’s 2022 and 2023 campaigns, Delp took over the "Y" mantle.

The 2025 season saw Delp operate as a veteran leader in a transition year for the Bulldogs' offense under QB Gunner Stockton. While his raw receiving numbers (19 rec, 245 yards) don't jump off the page due to Georgia’s heavy rotation and run-first philosophy, his tape tells the story of a complete NFL prospect. He proved to be the team’s most disciplined in-line blocker while maintaining the "flex" athleticism to split out into the slot. He finished his career as a two-time National Champion with a reputation for being one of the most reliable "dirty work" players in the SEC.

Career Stats Highlights

• Total Receptions: 69 | Total Receiving Yards: 838 | TDs: 9

• 2025 Stats: 19 Rec, 245 Yds, 1 TD | Avg: 12.9 YPC

• Drops: Extremely reliable; only 1 drop in 2025 on 25 targets.

• Blocking: Consistently graded as one of the SEC's top-performing run-blocking TEs.

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Stats (Rec/Yds/TD)	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs Marshall	2 / 33 / 0	B+	Set the edge beautifully in the run game; solid over-the-middle snag.
2	vs Austin Peay	0 / 0 / 0	B-	Targeted once; largely used as a decoy/blocker in a blowout.
3	@ Tennessee	1 / 18 / 0	B	Massive blitz pickup on 3rd down saved a drive; clutch 18-yard catch.
4	vs #11 Alabama	0 / 0 / 0	C+	Struggled to separate from Bama's athletic LBs; high-effort blocking.
5	vs Kentucky	1 / 36 / 0	A-	The Apex (Big Play). Showcased "long-strider" speed on a 36-yard seam.
6	@ Auburn	2 / 9 / 0	B	Solid in short-area check-downs; reliable safety valve.
7	vs #6 Ole Miss	4 / 42 / 0	A	The Apex (Volume). Career-high receptions in a high-stakes win.
9	vs Florida	1 / 20 / 0	B+	Physicality on the perimeter was a major factor in the run game.
10	@ Miss. State	3 / 41 / 1	A+	Perfect Game. Scored his lone TD; 100% catch rate; elite blocking.
11	vs #14 Texas	3 / 36 / 0	A-	Won repeatedly against blue-chip defenders in the intermediate game.
12	vs Charlotte	0 / 0 / 0	C	Limited snaps; team rested starters early.
13	@ #24 GA Tech	0 / 0 / 0	B-	Worst Game (Stats). Zero targets, but held the edge in a tight 16-9 win.
14	vs #11 Alabama*	2 / 10 / 0	B+	(SEC Title) Physical presence in a dominant 28-7 defensive clinic.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 97/100

• Leadership: Captain. The vocal heart of the offense; zero off-field issues.

• Mental Toughness: Stepped up as TE1 under the massive pressure of the UGA legacy.

• Competitor: Loves the "physical" side of the game; blocks through the whistle.

• Team Player: Never complained about low target volume; total buy-in.

• Star Power: He is a "silent star"—the player coaches love more than fantasy owners.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 90/100

• Height/Weight: 6'5", 245 lbs. (Meets height, nearly at 250lb weight benchmark).

• Stamina: Exceptional; stays in for heavy personnel and hurry-up snaps.

• Durability: High; played 54 career games in the most physical conference.

• Injury History: Minor ankle issue in 2024; 100% healthy throughout 2025.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 93/100

• Catching: Elite. Very sure-handed; attacks the ball at the highest point.

• Route Running: Nuanced; understands how to use his frame to "shield" defenders.

• Strength: Strength. Correlates his weight room power to on-field leverage.

• Blocking: Elite. The best blocking TE in the 2026 class; maintains drive.

• Release: Technically sound; handles jam/press better than most his size.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 86/100

• Speed: 4.72 (Estimated). Good build-up speed; more of a "strider."

• Agility: Solid for a 245lb player; fluid enough for intermediate breaks.

• Jumping: Excellent; former 5-star athleticism shows in red-zone fades.

• Acceleration: Good; gets off the line with intent.

• Break Tackle: Physical; rarely goes down on the first arm tackle.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 98/100

• Awareness: Elite. Understands defensive fronts and blitz packages like a coach.

NFL Scouting Report

• Strengths: Prototypical "Y" tight end frame; elite-level run blocking and pass protection; SEC-tested against NFL-caliber talent; massive catch radius with reliable hands; high football IQ and leadership traits.

• Weaknesses: Lacks the "elite" suddenness/twitch of top-tier receiving TEs; target volume was inconsistent; not a "home-run" threat after the catch.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal Traditional Y-Tight End in a Power Run or 12-Personnel system (e.g., Ravens, Lions, Steelers).

• NFL Comparison: Hunter Henry / T.J. Hockenson.

Scout's Final Word

"Oscar Delp is the 'safest' tight end in this draft. While he doesn't have the unicorn athleticism of Brock Bowers, he is a much more polished in-line blocker and a highly dependable receiving threat. In an NFL that is returning to heavy personnel and physical run games, Delp is a foundational piece. He will play in the league for 12 years. Draft Projection: Early Round 2/3."