Betting Odds for the 2026 PGA Tour Season are Released

While the PGA Tour season continues to "wraparound" with non-stop action, we'll usher in a New Year this week so let's take a look at some of the storylines for 2026.

Scottie's dominance, Koepka's return, Rory's form and Tiger's health are all top of mind when we peer into 2026.

BetOnline.ag has posted a bevy of props surrounding those storylines, as well as a never-before-done market for PGA Tour Rookie of the Year. 

Of note, Tiger turned 50, which means he’s eligible for the Senior Tour. The odds suggest he’ll compete on the old-man circuit next year.

Will Scottie Scheffler miss a cut on PGA Tour in 2026?

Yes       -200
No        +160

Will Scottie Scheffler make cut in 4 majors in 2026?

Yes       -180
No        +150

Will Scottie Scheffler win PGA Tour POY in 2026?

Yes       -200
No        +160

How many majors will Scottie Scheffler win in 2026?

0          -130
1          +225
2          +600
3          +1600
4          +8000

Will Rory McIlroy make cut in 4 majors in 2026?

Yes       -125
No        -105

How many majors will Rory McIlroy win in 2026?

0          -350
1          +400
2          +1100
3          +5000
4          +25000

Will Brooks Koepka regain his PGA Tour card in 2026?

Yes       +1000
No        -3000

Will Tiger Woods compete in a PGA Tour event in 2026?

Yes       -120
No        -120

Will Tiger Woods compete in a PGA Tour Champions event in 2026?

Yes       -300
No        +240

2026 PGA Tour Rookie of the Year

Marco Penge                            5/1
Johnny Keefer                           6/1
Rasmus Neergaard Petersen      7/1
Kristoffer Reitan                        8/1
Chandler Blanchet                     11/1
Jordan Smith                             12/1
Christo Lamprecht                     18/1
John Parry                                20/1
Dan Brown                               22/1
Adrien Saddier                          22/1
Keita Nakajima                          25/1
S.T. Lee                                     25/1
Jeffrey Kang                              25/1
Zach Bauchou                           25/1
AJ Ewart                                   28/1
Kensei Hirata                            28/1
Emilio Gonzalez                        28/1
Davis Chatfield                          33/1
Pontus Nyholm                         33/1
Sudarshan Yellamaraju              35/1
Marcelo Rozo                            40/1
John VanDerLaan                      40/1

2026 PGA Tour ROY odds can be seen here: https://www.betonline.ag/sportsbook/futures-and-props/futures/2026-pga-tour-rookie-of-the-year

Bryson DeChambeau Signals LIV Golf Extension as League Faces Pivotal Moment

Bryson DeChambeau has broken his silence on his LIV Golf future, revealing he is edging closer to a contract extension just days after Brooks Koepka’s shock exit from the league.

DeChambeau joined LIV Golf in 2022 after leaving the PGA Tour, signing a five-year deal reportedly worth more than $100 million. Since then, his profile has only grown. The 32-year-old has become one of LIV’s most marketable stars, delivering box-office performances in major championships while building a massive following away from the course — including more than 2.5 million subscribers on YouTube.

With DeChambeau’s current deal expiring after the 2026 season, LIV officials are eager to secure his long-term commitment, particularly at a time when the league is navigating uncertainty following Koepka’s departure. However, an agreement has not yet been finalized.

“I don’t know about getting it signed before Riyadh,” DeChambeau said. “There’s a lot of things to go through. It’s a very unique scenario. With Brooks leaving, it definitely throws in some unique things.”

DeChambeau reiterated his desire to help grow team golf globally but emphasized that any new deal must feel right for all parties.

“I want to do this. I want to grow team golf across the globe,” he said. “But it has to be right. Things have got to change. Things have got to improve.”

He praised LIV CEO Scott O’Neil for the progress made over the past year, adding that the league appears better positioned moving forward with new leadership and branding.

“It’s where I want to be,” DeChambeau added. “But ultimately, it’s got to make sense for everybody. Because I could just do YouTube golf and be totally fine as well.”

DeChambeau also admitted he was surprised by Koepka’s decision to leave LIV, though he had heard rumblings of discontent.

“I didn’t have that on my bingo card for December 23,” he said. “But when one door closes, another opens. I look at it as an opportunity. It is what it is.”

LIV Golf will begin its fourth full season in February, but Koepka’s departure has created added pressure to bolster rosters across the league. While Victor Perez and Laurie Canter have been signed, LIV has not landed a true marquee name since Jon Rahm joined in late 2023.

Roster uncertainty remains widespread. Talor Gooch has taken over as captain of Smash GC and must replace Koepka, while Phil Mickelson is also searching for a new teammate following Andy Ogletree’s relegation. Only a handful of teams have finalized their lineups for 2026.

On the course, DeChambeau continues to believe his best days are ahead. A two-time major champion, he came close to adding to his tally at the 2024 PGA Championship and has been a consistent presence at Augusta National, finishing sixth at the 2024 Masters after playing in the final group alongside Rory McIlroy.

A costly mistake at the 11th hole derailed his Masters bid, but DeChambeau remains confident a green jacket is within reach.

“There’s no question I can do it,” he said. “It’s about executing. I’ve worked hard on my wedge play and tightened up parts of my game that let me down.”

He also hinted that fans could see changes in his bag next season, suggesting new equipment innovations could debut in 2025.

“I’m very excited about my game heading into this year,” DeChambeau said. “There are going to be a lot of new things you’ll see — and hopefully, they work.”

Brooks Koepka’s Stunning LIV Golf Exit Leaves the Sport Asking One Big Question: What’s Next?

Brooks Koepka is leaving LIV Golf — a move few saw coming and one that instantly sent shockwaves through the professional golf world.

LIV Golf confirmed the split, announcing that the league and Koepka had “amicably and mutually agreed” to part ways following the 2025 season. The statement cited Koepka’s desire to spend more time with his family and remain closer to home amid LIV’s demanding global schedule.

“Brooks is prioritizing the needs of his family and staying closer to home,” the league said, while also emphasizing the level of commitment LIV expects from its players — from extensive travel to media obligations and mentoring younger stars.

The message between the lines was hard to miss: Koepka is no longer aligned with LIV’s long-term mission.

Koepka has not spoken publicly since the announcement, but his representatives released a brief statement thanking LIV chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan, CEO Scott O’Neil, teammates, and fans, while wishing the league continued success.

An unprecedented departure

While LIV has seen roster turnover since its launch, Koepka’s exit is different. No player of his stature — a five-time major champion and one of the sport’s most recognizable stars — has ever left the league under these circumstances. The move is even more notable given Koepka was under contract through 2026.

Koepka also served as captain of Smash GC, a role that will now be assumed by Talor Gooch beginning in 2026.

The PGA Tour responds — carefully

Minutes after LIV’s announcement, the PGA Tour released a short, carefully worded statement.

“Brooks Koepka is a highly accomplished professional, and we wish him and his family continued success,” the Tour said. “The PGA Tour continues to offer the best professional golfers the most competitive, challenging and lucrative environment in which to pursue greatness.”

The message avoided specifics — but made one thing clear: the Tour is paying very close attention.

What happens now?

Koepka’s future remains murky. His representatives said only that he “remains passionate about the game of golf” and will update fans on what’s ahead.

Naturally, speculation has turned toward a possible return to the PGA Tour. GOLF has learned that Koepka’s camp gave the Tour advance notice of his decision, though formal discussions have not yet taken place.

A return would not be simple. Koepka did not renew his PGA Tour membership after the 2022 season, meaning he would need to reapply. Any reinstatement would also come with the possibility of sanctions, as the Tour has suspended players for competing in unauthorized LIV events. The length and severity of those suspensions have varied.

Several factors complicate — and potentially help — Koepka’s case. He was not part of the LIV players who sued the PGA Tour, and his 2023 PGA Championship victory grants him major exemptions at the Masters, U.S. Open, and Open Championship through 2028, plus lifetime exemption into the PGA Championship.

It’s difficult to imagine Koepka returning without consequences — but it’s equally difficult to imagine the Tour not wanting him back. A five-time major winner with star power is a rare asset, especially in a fractured golf landscape.

The DP World Tour pathway

Another option may offer a smoother short-term solution. Koepka began his professional career overseas and has recently competed on the DP World Tour, playing four events after LIV’s 2025 season and finishing fourth at the FedEx French Open.

That route could allow Koepka to compete on a limited schedule in 2026, potentially serve out a one-year suspension as a non-member, and reestablish PGA Tour eligibility later next year.

A defining moment for golf

For LIV Golf, Koepka’s departure represents a significant turning point — the loss of its most decorated active major champion. For the PGA Tour, it presents a delicate opportunity. And for Koepka himself, it opens an entirely new chapter, one filled with uncertainty but also possibility.

Wherever he lands next, one thing is clear: Brooks Koepka’s exit from LIV Golf has reshaped the conversation around the future of professional golf — and it’s only just beginning.

John Daly Says He’d ‘Love’ to Captain a U.S. Ryder Cup Team — Even If He Knows It’ll Never Happen

With the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor inching closer, questions are already swirling about who will lead the United States team in Ireland. While no official names have emerged, one of golf’s most colorful figures has made it clear he’d happily accept the job — even if he doubts it will ever come his way.

John Daly, a two-time major champion and one of the game’s most recognizable personalities, recently admitted that captaining a U.S. Ryder Cup team has long been a dream of his. Reality, however, has tempered those hopes.

“Ain’t never going to happen,” Daly said bluntly in an interview with Hard Rock Bet.

Despite that honesty, the desire is genuine. Daly burst onto the scene with his shocking victory at the 1991 PGA Championship and later added the 1995 Open Championship at St. Andrews. Along the way, his larger-than-life style and unfiltered approach made him a fan favorite — even if controversy sometimes followed.

One surprising omission from his résumé: Daly never played in a Ryder Cup.

That absence still lingers with him. “I feel like I should have been on two teams, but it just didn’t happen,” Daly said. “I didn’t play good enough, so I didn’t get on them. But to be a part of the Ryder Cup would be something I would love to do — whether it’s a co-captain or just helping in any way.”

Daly even acknowledged the poetic symmetry of captaining a Ryder Cup in Ireland, noting that his ancestors hail from Cork. Still, he believes Tiger Woods is the obvious and best choice to lead the Americans in 2027.

“Tiger would be an unbelievable captain,” Daly said. “I’d love to be a co-captain or just be a part of it somehow.”

If he ever did receive the nod, Daly believes his biggest contribution would be emphasizing national pride — something he feels European teams have mastered.

“I play for the flag of the United States,” he said. “That’s what I’d want our guys focused on, like the European teams do. They become a family. They practice together, they buy into it, and they relish it. For me, it’s not about gifts or perks. I just want that Ryder Cup trophy.”

Daly also reflected on the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where unruly New York crowds became a major storyline as Europe rolled to victory. While some criticized the fans, Daly saw passion rather than excess.

“New York fans are loyal. They love the USA,” he said. “They were behind our guys like no other. Rory McIlroy handled it great — it didn’t bother him, and Europe played unbelievable.”

Still, Daly issued a warning looking ahead to 2027.

“The favor’s going to be returned,” he said. “And it’s not going to be too good for us in Europe.”

Whether or not John Daly ever becomes a Ryder Cup captain, his passion for the event — and for representing the United States — remains as strong as ever.

Tiger at 50: The Data-Driven Genius Behind Woods’ Greatest Years

Tiger Woods’ dominance wasn’t just about raw power. Advanced stats reveal that his most instructive version—the Tiger of his late 20s and early 30s—won with strategy, precision, and small edges that added up to historic success.

From 1997 to 2002, young Tiger overwhelmed golf with athleticism, winning eight majors before age 30. But as courses “Tiger-proofed” and the field caught up in distance, Woods evolved. Between 2003 and 2010, he reinvented himself into a surgical scorer, winning seven more majors and posting the highest win percentage of his career.

According to golf analytics pioneer Dr. Mark Broadie, more than half of Tiger’s strokes-gained advantage came from three areas: tee shots, approach play from 150–200 yards, and putting from 7–21 feet.

Off the tee, Tiger wasn’t chasing fairways—he was avoiding penalties. Despite ranking poorly in driving accuracy, he rarely hit balls out of play. By favoring 3-woods and stingers over driver, he stayed well above tour-average distance while posting one of the lowest tee-shot penalty rates on Tour. The lesson: avoiding hazards matters far more than hitting a few extra fairways.

With irons, Tiger mastered what Broadie calls the “sweet spot.” Rather than firing directly at flags, Woods aimed pin-high to safe sections of greens, trusting his distance control. From 150–200 yards, over 20% of his total strokes-gained edge came from repeatedly leaving himself putts around 20 feet—close enough to score, far enough to avoid disaster. His distance control was unmatched, rarely leaving shots short, and often finishing within a couple yards of perfect.

On the greens, Tiger’s edge wasn’t perfection—it was aggression at the right time. He was elite from 7–21 feet, converting birdie chances at a top-five rate, even if his lag putting and three-putt stats were merely average. Inside roughly 15 feet, he was willing to be aggressive; beyond that, the goal was simple: get it close.

Even around the greens, Tiger favored safety over style. Rather than chasing spin, he often chose low, running chips—even with long irons or fairway woods—to reduce the risk of disastrous misses. By prioritizing “good bad shots,” he avoided the errors that separate elite scorers from everyone else.

Tiger’s brilliance wasn’t just power or talent—it was understanding where small advantages mattered most. And that, more than anything, is the version of Tiger the rest of us can learn from.

A Gift for the Ages: How Rory McIlroy’s Caddie Commemorated a Historic Masters Win

Rory McIlroy’s long-awaited triumph at Augusta National carried meaning far beyond another major championship.

With childhood friend and longtime caddie Harry Diamond on the bag, McIlroy finally slipped on the green jacket, completed the career Grand Slam and erased years of heartbreak at the Masters. It was also his first major victory shared with the person who has been alongside him since the very beginning.

“I’ve known Harry since I was seven years old,” McIlroy said after the win. “We’ve had so many good times together. After all the close calls — and all the criticism he’s taken from people who don’t really understand the game — this one is just as much his as it is mine.”

In the months following the Masters, McIlroy has spoken about wanting to continue chasing major championships with Diamond at iconic venues like Pebble Beach and St. Andrews. Together, they’ve already accomplished something rare in golf. Still, Diamond found a fitting way to honor the moment.

While the two were in Australia, Diamond presented McIlroy with an early Christmas gift: an Augusta National scorecard signed by every player who has completed the career Grand Slam.

“Harry brought it to me with a Sharpie and said, ‘Do you want to sign it?’” McIlroy said on The Shotgun Start. “I said, ‘No — absolutely not. I just hope I don’t have to get Scottie to sign it next year.’”

Diamond’s importance was never clearer than on that tense Sunday afternoon at Augusta. After McIlroy missed a short putt on the 18th hole to win outright, the two regrouped behind the clubhouse before a sudden-death playoff with Justin Rose.

Diamond delivered a simple reminder that helped reset McIlroy’s mindset.

“He said, ‘We would’ve taken this on Monday morning,’” McIlroy recalled. “That reframed everything for me.”

Minutes later, McIlroy striped his tee shot, hit a laser approach and poured in the birdie that finally secured the green jacket and his place in golf history.

For McIlroy and Diamond, it was a victory defined not just by talent, but by loyalty, belief and a partnership that withstood every setback along the way.

All I Want for Christmas Is… This $2.5 Million Michigan Golf Course

Buying a gift for a golfer is never simple. Everyone already has too many headcovers, more hats than they’ll admit, and very specific opinions about equipment. So this year, why not think bigger? Much bigger. The kind of gift that makes your regular foursome question their life choices: your very own golf course.

If you happen to have a generous relative—or a suddenly successful sibling—there’s a 162-acre, 18-hole opportunity waiting in Monroe, Michigan. Carrington Golf Club is officially on the market, offering would-be owners the chance to run a full-scale championship public course for a cool $2.5 million (plus about $11,978 a year in property taxes).

Listed by Wiens & Roth Real Estate of Lambertville, Carrington is no hidden gem. The course reportedly hosts around 30,000 rounds annually and boasts a strong slate of local leagues, making it a well-established fixture in the southeast Michigan golf scene.

Opened in 1998, Carrington stretches to 6,873 yards and is known for being walker-friendly. According to the listing, the property features a modern practice facility with a 12,000-square-foot putting green, a dedicated chipping area, and a driving range complete with bentgrass tees, target greens, and sand bunkers. The course has also earned recognition as one of the top 10 public courses in southeast Michigan by the Detroit News and Detroit Free Press. Add in a fully equipped clubhouse kitchen—with a range hood and pizza ovens—and you’ve got more than just a place to tee it up.

The course was designed by Brian Huntley, whose résumé includes several Ohio layouts such as Deer Ridge, Kensington, and Eagle Creek. The sale includes not only the course and clubhouse, but also ponds and sweeping scenic views that frame the property.

Beyond golf, Carrington has played a meaningful role in the local community. Monroe Charter Township supervisor John Manor praised the club’s economic impact, noting that its tournaments and events regularly bring new visitors to the area while supporting local businesses, nonprofits, and employment.

And if $2.5 million sounds impossible, consider this: not long ago, a 23-year-old bought Crystal Lake Golf Course in Wisconsin. So yes, it’s been done. Maybe it’s time to aim high on your holiday wish list—because nothing says “Merry Christmas” quite like owning the tee sheet.