Grant Delpit
NFL Safety and Jim Thorpe Award Winner · Football - NFL / NCAA
LSU Tigers / Cleveland Browns
Era
Late 2019 to Present
Item Type
Aluminum beverage can or commemorative vessel
Condition
Excellent condition with a clear, bold signature on a slightly reflective surface
Rarity
Common; active signer at fan events and professional signings
Overall Assessment
A strong, authentic example of a modern college football star's signature on a niche team-specific item.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic with a confidence level of 90%
Signature Style
Stylized modern shorthand signature with player number 7 inscription
Signature Characteristics
Fast strokes, heavy ink flow, characteristic looping 'G' and disconnected '7'
Ink & Medium
Black permanent marker (Sharpie) on a curved aluminum surface
Item Description
LSU Tigers themed 'Geaux' branded beverage can featuring purple and gold team graphics
Estimated Value
$30.00 - $60.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with Delpit's known 'in-person' shorthand style from his late LSU and early Browns days
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinctive sharp 'G' loop and the rapid, fluid numerical '7'
Certification Recommendation
Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) or JSA
Red Flags
No significant red flags; the ink absorption and stroke speed suggest an authentic hand-signed item
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from an LSU-related fan event, signing session, or campus appearance circa 2019-2020
Historical Context
Delpit was a key member of the 2019 National Championship LSU team, one of the greatest in college football history
Market Trends
Stable value for Jim Thorpe Award winners, though market is localized to LSU and Browns fans
Investment Potential
Low to moderate; value tied to future NFL accolades such as Pro Bowl selections
Similar Autographs
Joe Burrow, Justin Jefferson, Derek Stingley Jr.
Display & Preservation
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent ink fading on metallic surface; use a custom acrylic tube
Interesting Facts
Delpit switched from jersey number 9 to 7 at LSU, a number reserved for the team's most dynamic playmaker