Georgia Bulldogs TE Oscar Delp Embraces Any Role in the NFL

Delp says he's "living his dream" and will do "whatever a coach asks" of him

Feb. 26, 2026 at 5:34pm

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Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp revealed that he is not bothered by the way he was used in college, saying he will embrace whatever role he is given in the NFL. Delp, who is participating in the NFL Combine, stated that as long as he is "out there playing football," he will do his best at whatever a coach asks him to do, whether that's blocking, running routes, or anything else.

Why it matters

Delp's willingness to embrace any role is an attractive quality for NFL teams looking to add a versatile tight end to their roster. Despite some concerns about his usage as more of a blocker than a receiver at Georgia, Delp's team-first mentality and desire to contribute in any way possible could make him an appealing prospect.

The details

Delp was a key contributor to Georgia's SEC Championship teams in 2024 and 2025, even seeing playing time as a true freshman in a College Football Playoff game. He impressed scouts at the NFL Combine with his athletic abilities and size, leading some to question why his production wasn't higher in college. However, Delp made it clear that the way he was used does not bother him, and he is focused on proving he can excel at whatever role an NFL team gives him.

  • Delp participated in media availability at the 2026 NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • Delp helped lead Georgia to SEC Championships in 2024 and 2025.

The players

Oscar Delp

A tight end who played four years at the University of Georgia, helping the Bulldogs win SEC titles in 2024 and 2025.

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What they’re saying

“It doesn't bother me at all, I take pride in what I do. I played at the University of Georgia and was a tight end there for four years. I'm living my dream right now. As long as I'm out there playing football, whatever a coach asks me to do, I'm going to do it to the best of my abilities. Whether it's protecting the quarterback, running a route, or wrapping back on a block.”

— Oscar Delp, Georgia Bulldogs Tight End

What’s next

Delp will look to improve his draft stock with a strong performance in the remaining NFL Combine workouts. The NFL Draft will take place in April.

The takeaway

Delp's team-first mentality and willingness to embrace any role makes him an appealing prospect for NFL teams looking for a versatile tight end who can contribute in multiple ways. His honesty and self-assuredness about his usage at Georgia could help him stand out in a competitive tight end class.