Update: flight was over by 7, VDB went as high as $800. The red coat at the gate didn't seem to like my ORC idea and and told me he didn't really know how to handle it. Offered to bump me but warned ORC would be at the discretion of DL HQ. Not worth it. Ended up snagging an upgrade despite it being F0 Y-7, thanks to a no show. Can't complain!