TE 7
Oscar Delp
Georgia
Height: 6'5"
Weight: 245 lbs
Class: Senior
Report by:
Max Toscano
Measurables
Physical
Height
6'5"
Weight
245 lbs
Arm Length
31 5/8 in
Hand Size
9 1/2 in
Traits
offense
Persistent Blocker
Trait Prototype: Rob Gronkowski
offense
YAC Monster
Trait Prototype: George Kittle
multi
Spatial Awareness
Trait Prototype: George Kittle
Summary
Strengths
Explosiveness
Fluidity
Blocking footwork
Field-stretching
Pass protection
Weaknesses
Blocking handwork
Deception in route-running
Final Report
Oscar Delp, despite being a three-year starter, was never fully unleashed at Georgia. While his production profile raises obvious concerns, the tape doesn't match the stat sheet. At this position, that can definitely happen. Georgia's offenses during these last couple of years are very much not designed for consistent production from the Y. While Brock Bowers produced in more of a WR role, Delp has held down the in-line spot as the only one on the roster who can consistently block his position. Oscar Delp is consistently open and available. From an athletic perspective, it's not hard to understand why. He obviously has elite burst and top-end speed with a reported 4.48 at his pro day, but his acceleration and efficient change of direction bring it all to life on the field. He's great at getting behind the linebackers and stretching the second-level, but his use of leverage and underrated quickness give him more variety than a simple linear weapon. The linear explosion will serve as his calling card, making him a great run-action weapon in the flats and seams. While Georgia often needed him to pass-protect on plays like this, which he did at a very high-level I might add, he has elite capability. In addition to his linear juice, there is untapped potential and usage as an underneath option and overall separator. For a team that does such a great job *developing* tight ends, Georgia did a terrible job deploying him as a receiver. Some of that was dictated by the total needs of the unit, but a lot of it was not. Despite displaying obvious skill, getting him the ball was never an emphasis. Getting him on the field, however, was never a problem. Delp isn't an elite blocker due to length and some minor technique issues, but the upside to be at least solid enough to not worry about is there. His footwork and positioning are elite, but he can miss with his hands in a way that someone with 31" arms can't afford to. Overall, the best may be yet to come for Oscar Delp.