Get to know Oscar Delp, the Georgia tight end drafted No. 73 overall by the Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here are five key facts, stats, and background details about the Saints' first-round draft pick.
Pro Day Performance
Delp delivered an impressive pro day performance, running a 4.49 40-yard dash with a 38-inch vertical and 23 bench press reps.
Career Highlights
During his sophomore and junior year in Georgia, he played in all 14 games with 10 starts each season. Delp tallied a career-high 24 receptions for 284 yards in 2023 and set another career-high in receiving touchdowns (4) in 2024. During his senior year at Georgia, Delp was honored as a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy. The award recognizes an individual as the absolute best in the country for his academic success, football performance and exemplary community leadership.
College Competition
Delp received several offers from diffferent college football programs across the country. He ultimately committed to play at Georgia over South Carolina, Michigan, and Clemson where his cousin played football. Delp joined the Bulldogs in 2022 and played in 13 games as a reserve for the National Champions.
Top High School Prospect
Delp was a former 4-star recruit and the No. 1 tight end prospect nationally out of West Forsyth High School in Georgia. He was named the Forsyth County Offensive Player of the Year with 59 receptions for 923 yards and eight touchdowns in addition to 14 carries for 45 yards and a rushing touchdown as a senior. He also lettered in lacrosse for the Wolverines.
Athletic Family Genes
Oscar's father, Chris, played collegiate lacrosse at Rutgers University. His brother, Harry, was also a walk-on to the Georgia Bulldogs football team in 2024 as a tight end.
Oscar Delp | College Stats (Tight End)
| Year | GP | GS | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec Avg | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 61 | 12.2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 14 | 10 | 24 | 284 | 11.8 | 3 |
| 2024 | 14 | 10 | 21 | 248 | 11.8 | 4 |
| 2025 | 14 | 14 | 20 | 261 | 13.1 | 1 |
| Total | 55 | 34 | 70 | 854 | 12.2 | 9 |
View photos of Oscar Delp after being drafted No. 73 overall by the New Orleans Saints in the 2026 NFL Draft. See images of the University of Georgia tight end from his college career and pre-draft process.
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) during Georgia's game against Missouri on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Lexington, Ky. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) during Georgia's game against Missouri on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a 28-yard touchdown pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) reacts to a catch against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/James Pugh)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) during Georgia's game against UMass on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Lexington, Ky. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) runs after a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Florida Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) during Georgia's game against Kentucky at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Conor Dillon/UGAAA)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) plays during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) plays during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) runs with the football during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Marshall, Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) dives in for aa touchdown after a catch as UMass defensive back Lake Ellis (7) gives chase during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) during Georgia's game against Florida at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fl., on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (Conor Dillon/UGAAA)
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (4) runs after a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Florida Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
