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Canal Street Chronicles fantasy football takes on Oscar Delp
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All Canal Street Chronicles insights about Oscar Delp
NegativeInjurySep 13, 2026
Oscar Delp is inactive for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season against the Detroit Lions, making him unavailable for the Saints' season opener.NegativeInjurySep 11, 2026
Oscar Delp has been ruled OUT for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions due to a hamstring injury, removing the Saints tight end from fantasy availability for Week 1.NegativeInjurySep 10, 2026
Saints tight end Oscar Delp did not participate in practice due to a hamstring injury, impacting tight end availability for the Saints offense in Sunday's opener.NegativeInjurySep 10, 2026
Expected to play in Week 1 despite a hamstring issue, though the source expresses caution about rushing him given the injury history on the roster. As the third-string TE, Delp will see limited snaps but offers value as a strong run-game blocker. The Saints plan to use the TE position more in 2026, so all three TEs will get field time.NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Saints TE Oscar Delp (hamstring) did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to hamstring injury; status remains uncertain heading into Week 1.NegativeInjurySep 3, 2026
Rookie TE had a poor preseason, was unable to stay healthy, is still dealing with an injury, and his Week 1 status is unknown; he is still developing and will need time to make a significant impact on offense.NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026
New Orleans Saints tight end Oscar Delp is wearing number 4, a jersey number previously assigned to Zach Wilson, indicating a roster/depth chart update for the Saints tight end room.NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Delp is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of three tight ends. Tyson notes that nothing changes at the TE position.NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026
Rookie TE has had a slow preseason start and is now dealing with a hamstring injury; even if minor, the injury is likely to sideline him for Week 3, creating a difficult early-season outlook.NegativeInjuryAug 26, 2026
Rookie tight end Oscar Delp sustained an injury during Saints camp, but the injury does not appear to be significant, suggesting he should remain available for fantasy consideration.NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026
Rookie TE had a touchdown against the Jaguars but struggled with consistency and drop issues. He struggled to consistently secure the pass even on his catches. The source notes the developmental tag on Delp is correct, and the Saints are in no rush for him to become a starter. Needs to show more consistency in Week 2.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
The source describes Delp as a chess piece in the Saints' multi-tight-end formations alongside Juwan Johnson and Noah Fant. The coaching staff envisions him playing in 12 and 13 personnel packages, which the source notes are prevalent among playoff teams. Delp is positioned as a potential unlock for the Saints' passing game in these formations, capable of handling volume while providing pass-game juice alongside the other tight ends.PositiveBreakoutAug 18, 2026
Tight end drafted in third round from Georgia caught 20 passes on 28 targets for 261 yards and 1 TD in 2025 rookie season; source notes tape shows modern receiving tight end traits despite modest production, drawing parallel to George Kittle's 2017 fifth-round selection (43 catches, 624 yards, 10 TDs in college) who became force multiplier in Kyle Shanahan's offense. Head coach Kellen Moore emphasized Delp's versatility and chess-piece value in multiple tight end formations: "I think he's got some really good versatility... he'll allow us to play the chess piece game when you have Juwan, and you have Noah, and you have these other tight ends... the value of playing in multiple tight end [formations] is [clear]. You can see the teams that made runs this year. A lot of them are playing in 12 and 13 personnel." Moore noted Delp can play off-ball wing alignment or on line of scrimmage and is "a really smart player" capable of handling volume.PositiveUsageAug 16, 2026
Tight end caught a short touchdown pass from Zach Wilson in the second quarter, putting the Saints up 17-6.PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026
Rookie TE with preseason opportunity to shine due to Juwan Johnson's limited preseason role; college production was subpar but talent was always there; athletic ability sets him apart from other TEs and his blocking will help the team; expected lower snaps during regular season, making preseason the place to see his most impact, including red zone utilization.PositiveUsageAug 12, 2026
Expected to receive significant reps in the Saints' preseason opener against Jacksonville; the source notes that with new pass catchers added to surround QB Tyler Shough, the coaching staff will lean on the passing game early to give these players as much run as possible.PositiveDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Delp is expected to make the 53-man roster as a TE for the Saints. The source notes the Saints have a shockingly better TE room than in past seasons.