In a dramatic turn of events on the college football recruiting trail, 5-star tight end Oscar Delp has officially decommitted from the University of Georgia and committed to the Florida Gators, according to a breaking report from ESPN. The 6’5”, 245-pound prospect out of Cumming, Georgia, had long been considered a cornerstone of Georgia’s 2025 class, but in a move that has sent shockwaves through the SEC, Delp will now don the orange and blue.
Delp, ranked as the nation’s No. 1 tight end and a top-15 overall prospect, made the announcement via social media just hours after a reported visit to Gainesville over the weekend. The Florida Gators edged out Florida State and LSU in a tight recruiting battle that has been brewing for months behind the scenes.
“After a lot of prayer, discussions with my family, and reflection on what’s best for me, I’ve decided to flip my commitment to the University of Florida,” Delp posted on X (formerly Twitter). “Coach Napier and the staff made me feel like a priority from day one, and I’m excited to be a part of what they’re building in Gainesville. Go Gators!”
Sources close to Delp’s recruitment say his visit to Florida last weekend sealed the deal. He reportedly spent time with Gators quarterback commit DJ Lagway and several other high-profile offensive recruits, who made a strong pitch for Delp to join them in spearheading a new era of Florida football.
Head Coach Billy Napier was quick to react, releasing a statement celebrating the addition. “Oscar is an elite talent and even better young man. His combination of size, athleticism, and football IQ make him a game-changer at the next level. We’re thrilled to welcome him to the Gator family.”
Delp’s flip is seen as a massive blow to Kirby Smart’s Georgia Bulldogs, who had been building yet another top-3 class. It also signals Florida’s growing momentum on the recruiting trail under Napier, who now holds commitments from three 5-star prospects for the first time in over a decade.
With Delp in the fold, Florida gains a dynamic offensive weapon capable of stretching the field and dominating in the red zone. Gators fans can now look ahead with excitement, knowing they just landed one of the biggest prizes of the 2025 recruiting cycle.
