The FedEx Cup Playoffs are roaring into their second leg this Thursday with the BMW Championship, and trust me, you don’t want to miss it. Fifty of the game’s best are heading to St. Louis, Missouri, ready to battle it out at Bellerive Country Club, a beast of a course at Par 70 and 7,448 yards, all for a staggering $20 million purse. This isn’t just another tournament, it’s the fight to stay alive in golf’s postseason.
Who’s Running the Table and Who’s Coming for Them?
When you talk about recent history at this event, Scottie Scheffler is the name everyone is watching, coming off a win here in 2025. Patrick Cantlay has a strong record too, with back-to-back wins in 2021 and 2022. But what about this week? Scheffler is the undeniable favorite at +310, and it’s tough to argue against him after his 2025 run. Rory McIlroy is also in the mix at +1275, and Xander Schauffele at +1650. Ludvig Aberg and Sam Burns round out the top five favorites.
My Picks: Betting on Bounce Backs and Disrespectful Odds
Look, a lot of golf fans think Scheffler could just run away with the whole FedEx Cup, and honestly, I might be one of them. But his +310 odds? That’s just not enough juice for my blood when there’s so much talent on the course. That’s why my favorite pick has to be **Cameron Young at +1750**. Yeah, he hasn’t been absolutely lights-out lately, but the guy has had one of the best seasons out there aside from Scheffler. He’s due for a big bounce back, and those odds? That’s value. For a long shot, you have to look at **Wyndham Clark at +3300**. The dude finished T5 last week at the St. Jude and has multiple tour wins already this year. Seriously, +3300? That feels almost disrespectful. This is a limited-field event, and Clark could absolutely maximize that return.
Beyond the Winner: Top 5 and Top 10 Bets You Can’t Ignore
Even if you’re not betting on an outright winner, there’s still money to be made. For a Top 5 finish, Matt Fitzpatrick at +345 is a great bet. He’s had a stellar season and I don’t see him completely losing his confidence in this no-cut event. And yeah, I don’t love the odds, but you almost have to put Scottie Scheffler down for a Top 5 at -162. You’re not putting your mortgage on it, but it’s hard to imagine him finishing outside that range. When it comes to Top 10 picks, **Tommy Fleetwood at +128** is my guy. He thrives in these no-cut events and broke through for his first tour win last season at the Tour Championship. Expect him to perform. Hideki Matsuyama at +168 is another strong contender for a Top 10 finish.
The action kicks off Thursday, August 20th. This isn’t a major, but with $20 million on the line and only 50 players left, every single shot matters. Get ready for some serious drama as these guys fight to advance.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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