College Football Roster Moves in Focus: Georgia Eyes Star Wing Addition, UNC Weighs Oscar Delp’s Future
June 3, 2025 — By Sports Desk
As summer workouts ramp up across college football programs nationwide, two storied programs—Georgia and North Carolina—are facing pivotal roster decisions that could shape their trajectories for the 2025 season and beyond. The Georgia Bulldogs are exploring the possibility of adding a high-profile offensive weapon to bolster their passing attack, while the North Carolina Tar Heels may be preparing to make a seismic shift in their offensive identity—potentially moving veteran tight end Oscar Delp toward the NFL to clear the way for a program reset.
Georgia’s Offensive Puzzle: A Star Wing to Complement Caleb Hood
Fresh off another competitive season in the SEC, the Georgia Bulldogs continue to reload with one eye on the College Football Playoff. While their defense remains one of the most vaunted in the country under head coach Kirby Smart, Georgia’s offense—specifically the passing game—could benefit from a jolt of explosive talent.
Enter the need for a star wing.
Sources close to the program say Georgia is actively pursuing a top-tier wide receiver or hybrid wing weapon through the transfer portal or late recruiting cycle additions. The goal? To create a dynamic pairing with emerging star wideout Caleb Hood, who became a household name during the latter half of the 2024 season thanks to his crisp route running and big-play ability.
“Caleb is ready to be a WR1 at the national level,” an assistant coach reportedly said during a closed-door team meeting last week. “But to unlock his full potential—and take pressure off him—we need a complementary piece on the opposite side or in the slot who demands equal respect from defenses.”
The Bulldogs have reportedly been in contact with several portal entries, including former five-star recruits and high-level Group of Five standouts. Names like Malik Bryant (formerly of Arizona State) and Keon Wallace (a speedy slot threat from Cincinnati) have been floated in recent weeks. Either player could bring the kind of elite athleticism and playmaking prowess that Georgia’s scheme has lacked since the departure of Ladd McConkey and Brock Bowers to the NFL.
With quarterback Dylan Raiola now in his sophomore year and looking poised to take the next step, the addition of a legitimate star wing could elevate the Bulldogs’ offense to new heights. Georgia’s run game has never been in question, but to win a national title in today’s game, balance is non-negotiable. And pairing a refined technician like Hood with a speed-demon or contested-catch maestro could be the final piece of the puzzle.
North Carolina at a Crossroads: Is It Time for Oscar Delp to Move On?
In Chapel Hill, the situation is more complex. North Carolina football is coming off a disappointing 7–6 campaign that saw inconsistency on both sides of the ball and raised questions about the program’s long-term identity under head coach Mack Brown. One name that continues to draw scrutiny—and admiration—is tight end Oscar Delp.
Delp, a transfer from Georgia who was once considered the heir apparent to Brock Bowers, has had a productive run with the Tar Heels, posting 48 receptions for 612 yards and 6 touchdowns last season. But with UNC’s offense sputtering and a lack of development at quarterback, some within the program are reportedly considering hitting the reset button—which could include helping Delp transition to the NFL.
“There’s a sense that Oscar has done everything he can do here,” one team insider told reporters. “He’s draft-ready, and UNC may want to clear the way for a younger group and start retooling now rather than treading water.”
Delp, a 6-foot-5, 245-pound pass-catcher with soft hands and the ability to line up in multiple formations, is already drawing mid-round interest from scouts. If he declares early, he could very well be a Day 2 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, depending on how he tests at the combine.
But beyond Delp’s individual future, the implications for the Tar Heels are significant. Moving on from a veteran centerpiece like him would signal a philosophical shift—potentially focusing on developing a new quarterback, reshaping the offensive line, and recruiting younger skill-position players who fit a longer-term vision.
Some within the fanbase are calling for just that.
“It’s time for UNC to look at the big picture,” one prominent fan forum posted this week. “Oscar Delp deserves to play on Sundays, and we deserve a fresh start. Keeping things as-is only delays the inevitable.”
Two Programs, Two Directions
While Georgia seeks to add a finishing piece to a national championship-caliber team, North Carolina may be preparing to subtract in order to restart. The contrast between the programs is stark, but it underscores the fluid nature of today’s college football landscape, where transfer windows, NIL incentives, and early NFL declarations make roster management a year-round endeavor.
For Georgia, the mission is clear: surround Caleb Hood with more weapons and challenge for a title.
For UNC, the question looms: is now the time to begin the rebuild?
Either way, decisions made in the next few weeks could have ripple effects throughout the ACC, the SEC, and beyond.