September 24, 2025
Robert Macintyre finished second behind Rory McIlroy in the European points standings to qualify for the Ryder Cup. The Scottish golfer had six Top 10 results in 2025. Coming off two 2024 wins, Macintyre followed up the hype with runner up finishes at the US Open and BMW Championship. He ranks 15th overall in strokes gained at 0.894 because of his ability to do most things well. It does not hurt that Macintyre is 40th in greens in regulation (68.65%). He went 2-0-1 in the 2023 Ryder Cup over in Europe and was one of the most successful rookies. With the weather expected to roll in on Thursday, Macintyre may feel right at home.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
September 24, 2025
Patrick Cantlay will represent Team USA at the Ryder Cup. The American golfer finished five times in the Top 10 in 2025 and ranked T-2 overall in the FedEx Cup standings. He was 15th in overall points to qualify for the Ryder Cup but was a Captain's Pick. One of the bigger reasons for that might have been his 5-2-1 record on the big stage. 2021 may have sealed his spot when he went 3-0-1 at Whistling Straits including 2-0 in singles play. Cantlay has excelled in 2025 in getting the ball on the green (70.05% - 18th). His ability to do mostly everything well could be essential on Long Island. The course plays at 7,468 yards which suits Cantlay well in wet or dry weather.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
September 24, 2025
Justin Rose enjoyed a renaissance year on the PGA Tour in his mid 40's. The golfer from England was named to the Ryder Cup team behind finishing fourth in the rankings. He automatically qualified after winning at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Add in five Top 10 finishes and it has been some 2025 for Rose. His putting is vital for the Ryder Cup. Rose ranks 13th in one-putt percentage (42.91%), 10th in putting average (1.72), and 18th in birdie average (4.19). Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses out there and Rose's length off the tee could become an issue as conditions dry out over the weekend.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
September 24, 2025
Harris English is now a top-10 golfer in the world. The American golfer won once in 2025, with four top-10 results. The Farmers Insurance Open win showed the golfer's resilience and resourcefulness. English nearly won The Open Championship as well. He ranked 13th in strokes gained in putting (0.431). He drives the ball well (304.7 yards) and is solid with accuracy at 61.39% (57th overall). English may get a chance to be crafty on Thursday. The weather at Bethpage Black is expected to be less than ideal. On the bright side, expect a spectacular weekend of golf with English at least being a factor in the action.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
September 23, 2025
Xander Schauffele was one of the six automatic qualifiers to represent Team USA at the Ryder Cup. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Schauffele missed the first part of the season this year due to a nagging rib injury but came on strong once he was healthy, finishing 42nd in the FedEx Cup standings. Over the past 12 months, Schauffele ranks in the 96th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this season.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 23, 2025
Tyrrell Hatton was one of the six automatic qualifiers to represent Team Europe at the Ryder Cup. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Hatton finished in 26th for overall points on the LIV Golf tour this season but he played well in the Major championships, finishing T14 at the Masters Tournament, tied for fourth at the U.S. Open, T60 at the PGA Championship and T16 at The Open Championship. Over the past 12 months, Hatton ranks in the 99th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this season.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 23, 2025
Rory McIlroy was one of the six automatic qualifiers to represent Team Europe at the Ryder Cup. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. McIlroy had an unforgettable season that included four wins, six top-10 finishes and one missed cut. Over the past 12 months, McIlroy has ranked 82nd percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is significant because Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this year.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 23, 2025
Ludvig Aberg was one of Luke Donald's captain's picks to represent Team Europe at the Ryder Cup this week. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Aberg closed out the season with three top-25 finishes and three top-10 finishes in his last six tournaments. Over the past 12 months, Aberg has ranked in the 89th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this season.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 23, 2025
Jon Rahm was the leader in the LIV Golf points standings this year and was one of Luke Donald's captain's picks to represent Team Europe at the Ryder Cup this week. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Rahm didn't have any wins this year on the LIV Golf tour but he did have four finishes of tied for second or solo second and played consistently well to lead the league in overall points. Over the past 12 months, Rahm ranks in the 87th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this season.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 23, 2025
Cameron Young was one of Keegan Bradley's captain's picks to represent Team USA at the Ryder Cup this week. This year the Ryder Cup will be held at the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Young closed out the 2025 season with one win and four top-10 finishes in his last five tournaments. Bethpage Black is one of the longer courses the players will face this season and over the past 12 months, Young ranks in the 75th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
September 10, 2025
Cameron Champ has not played many PGA Tour events in 2025, but he has recorded five top-25 results in 12 starts while missing only four cuts. He looks to continue that solid play at the Procore Championship, where he has missed four straight cuts since winning the event in 2019. To repeat that success, he will need a strong all-around showing. Not all of his events have been measured by ShotLink, but in the rounds that have, Champ has gained plus-1.387 total strokes per round, plus-0.884 from tee to green, and plus-0.503 with the putter. These stats should be taken with a grain of salt, given the small sample size. From winning here in 2019 to missing four straight cuts since, and with limited strokes gained data, Champ is as much of a wild card as anyone in the field.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
September 10, 2025
Cameron Young carried his stellar form into the TOUR Championship, gaining nearly four strokes from tee to green on his way to a T4 finish. That marked his fourth straight top-12 result and helped secure his place on the U.S. Ryder Cup team. He'll look to keep things going at the Procore Championship, where his only prior start resulted in a missed cut back in 2021. Young ranks 25th in total strokes gained (+0.725 per round), 91st tee to green (+0.088), and sixth in putting (+0.637). He also sits in the 75th percentile in proximity from 100 to 150 yards, a key range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots at this course last year. With his recent form and momentum, Young can be trusted to deliver another strong finish this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
September 10, 2025
After a strong 2024 campaign that featured five top-10 finishes, Davis Thompson has taken a step back in 2025 with just one top-10 in 23 starts. He'll look to get back on track at the Procore Championship, where he has finished T30 and T9 in two previous appearances. To repeat that success, Thompson will need a well-rounded performance. He ranks 55th in total strokes gained (+0.416 per round), 20th tee to green (+0.751), and 29th in driving accuracy. His putting remains a weakness, however, as he ranks 145th (-0.335). With prior success in Napa and three top-25 finishes in his last six starts, Thompson enters with solid form and upside, making him a viable fantasy play this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
September 10, 2025
It has not been a strong year for Sahith Theegala in 2025, although some of that can be attributed to an oblique injury suffered in February that also led to a neck issue as he adjusted his swing. He now appears healthy and will look to get back on track at the Procore Championship, an event where he has excelled with finishes of T7, a win, and T6 in his last three starts. The stats are not encouraging, as he ranks 149th in total strokes gained, 148th tee to green, and 106th in putting, but this sets up as a potential get-right spot. As long as he is healthy, Theegala offers strong value at $7,400 on DraftKings.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
September 10, 2025
Mackenzie Hughes has put together a solid 2025, making 15 cuts in 23 starts with three top-10 finishes and a runner-up at Myrtle Beach. He'll look to build on that at the Procore Championship, where he has played seven times and finished T4 last year. To replicate that success, Hughes will need an all-around performance. He ranks 114th in total strokes gained (-0.120 per round), 118th tee to green (-0.139), and 85th in putting (+0.019). He also sits in the 54th percentile in proximity from 100 to 150 yards, a range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots at this course last year. At $7,300 on DraftKings, Hughes carries the high-risk, high-reward profile you look for in this price range.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
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