Byron Lindeque singled out Hayden Springer for first-round-leader bets and round-one Showdown DFS. Springer ‘bombs’ it off the tee, giving him flip wedges on the soft par-5s, and pairs that power with a short-game arsenal that can convert streaky putting runs. Byron noted Springer often starts hot—he owns multiple top-5 round-one scoring averages on the Korn Ferry Tour—and thinks the aggressive mindset translates at a course where you can immediately ‘put your foot on the gas.’ At 150-to-1 or longer in FRL markets and near-min salary in Showdown, Lindeque sees an ideal high-variance dart.

Byron Lindeque is going right back to Joel Dahmen after the Corrales collapse where Dahmen bogeyed the final three holes to miss a playoff. Lindeque emphasized that Dahmen’s long-iron play is still elite and Craig Ranch’s soft, 200-plus-yard approach shots are exactly his wheelhouse. Round-one 62 at Corrales shows the ceiling is intact, and Byron expects ownership to stay modest because bettors remember the late meltdown. He’s adding Dahmen to outright cards at triple-digit prices and using him as a mid-priced DFS differentiator, projecting 20-plus birdies if the irons stay hot.

Byron Lindeque cosigned Kenny’s Hustler Play and added a key wrinkle: Svensson’s approach play looks awful in standard models—only 18th-percentile good-shot rate on fairway shots 200-plus yards—but he quietly jumps to the 61st percentile when hitting from 150-plus yards out of the rough. With Craig Ranch’s Bermuda expected to top out around three-quarters of an inch, Byron thinks misses won’t be nearly as penal as usual and Svensson’s rough proficiency should show. Combine that with top-10 ranks in both driving distance and par-5 scoring and Lindeque believes the Swede has sneaky upside at sub-8 percent ownership for large-field DFS contests.

Byron Lindeque locked Ryan Gerard ($8,600) into his cash-game Cornerstones, citing a profile tailor-made for a −25 shootout. Gerard sits top-10 in Birdies or Better over the last 24 rounds, gains over a stroke per event with the putter, and rates elite from 200-plus yards—vital on Craig Ranch’s lengthened par-4s. He is also 13th in par-5 scoring during that span, giving him multiple eagle looks each round. Lindeque believes the balanced salary allows players to jam Scottie Scheffler without punting elsewhere, and he labeled Gerard’s combination of safety (seven straight made cuts) and ceiling perfect for double-ups and small-field GPPs alike.

Byron Lindeque tagged Mackenzie Hughes as a sneaky $9,100 DFS play at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Lindeque pointed to Hughes’ quietly elite long-iron numbers in 2025—80th-percentile ‘good shot’ rate from 200-plus yards—something he rarely does this well. Hughes’ trademark weapon, the putter, is finally warming too. He gained strokes putting during a T10 at the Texas Children’s Houston Open (one of Byron’s main comp courses) and backed it up with a 3rd at RBC Heritage where he gained in all four SG categories. With DFS attention likely funneled toward the two higher-profile Koreans in the same salary tier, Lindeque expects sub-10% ownership on Hughes and sees legitimate 20-plus birdie upside if the long irons stay dialed in on Craig Ranch’s stretched par-4s.

Byron Lindeque advised fading Si Woo Kim in DFS if early projections peg him at 20–22 percent ownership. Lindeque noted Kim has slipped back into his pre-2023 volatility, mixing a Sunday lead a few weeks ago with multiple missed cuts in his last five starts. At $9K-plus, Si Woo’s realistic ceiling is a top-20, yet he carries a mis-cut floor that destroys lineups—hardly worth chalk exposure in a week where Stephan Jaeger sits in the same price tier with similar upside and lower ownership. If Kim finishes 18th, Byron asks, ‘What did you really gain at that ownership?’ He is pivoting to Jaeger or dropping into the 8K range rather than eating volatile chalk.

Byron Lindeque argued Scottie Scheffler is almost an auto-play in large-field GPPs despite the slate-breaking $13,300 DraftKings tag and +250 outright price. Scheffler’s birdie rate leads the PGA TOUR, his ball-striking returned at RBC Heritage, and his recent top-fives have come while leaning on an improved putter—an ideal recipe for a −25 shoot-out in his native Texas. Byron plans to ‘lock Scottie’ in multi-entry builds, trusting thousands of available lineup combinations to land the five cheap pieces that make him optimal. In sub-1,000-entry single- and three-max contests, however, Lindeque will trim Scheffler exposure or even fade, reasoning that the limited lineup pool makes it harder to pair the expensive star with the exact median-priced darts needed to win. Bottom line: jam Scheffler in the big Milly-Maker style GPPs, but think twice in smaller fields where unique roster construction is harder to achieve.

Byron Lindeque said he could not resist a full ladder on Aldrich Potgieter after seeing BedRivers hang 225-to-1 outright with each-way places. Lindeque paired the bomb with separate top-10, top-20 and top-30 tickets—Potgieter’s top-30 alone opened at +200. The South African ranks 8th in this field in driving distance despite regularly sitting top-3 when he tees it up, and Byron expects TPC Craig Ranch’s 7,600-yard layout to reward that power. Because the track’s soft greens minimize delicate chip shots, Potgieter’s weakest skill (around-the-green) is largely neutralized. Lindeque referenced Potgieter’s Mexico Open run, another wide-open bomber track, as proof the 20-year-old’s ceiling travels. He called the youngster’s floor surprisingly high for a player priced this long, noting Craig Ranch is “pounded with long hitters” and Potgieter profiles as one who can pepper greens and ride a hot putter for a surprise Sunday run.

Lindeque locked in Stephan Jaeger at 45-to-1, describing the German’s current ball-striking as ‘Nuke City.’ Jaeger ranks top-10 in Strokes Gained: Tee-to-Green over the last 24 rounds, fueled by a driver that carries 310+ and irons gaining nearly a stroke per round. The weak link has been short missed putts, but Byron believes Craig Ranch’s soft bentgrass surfaces will turn birdie chances into stress-free mid-range opportunities—exactly where Jaeger’s putting splits normalize. He reminded listeners Jaeger hung around Augusta deep into Sunday before Tim Anderson’s ‘curse,’ proof the ceiling is major-quality. With a projected −25 winning score, Lindeque projects Jaeger for 25–27 birdies and is betting the outright while jamming him into single-entry DFS lineups.

Byron Lindeque pounced on Sami Valimaki at 125-to-1, calling the number ‘flat-out wrong.’ Valimaki has gained 3.2 or more strokes on approach in five straight starts, including an eight-stroke explosion at the Houston Open where he closed with a 65. He also placed top-20 at both Vidanta and Memorial Park—two comps Lindeque sees for Craig Ranch. Although the Finn is merely average off the tee, his length is sufficient, and his putter trends neutral-to-positive on bentgrass. Lindeque expects Valimaki’s elite long-iron play (top-10 proximity from 200+) to shine on the stretched par-4s, giving him plenty of 15-to-20-foot birdie looks. With books still pricing him like a fringe Korn Ferry grad, Byron is betting the outright, backing the each-way, and mixing him into DFS builds under 5% ownership.

Byron Lindeque projected Andrew Novak for a breakout stretch after the Zurich Classic victory, arguing that Novak’s ceiling is even higher than partner Ben Griffin’s. Lindeque noted that Novak now carries the same two-year exemption but has a more explosive statistical profile—gaining strokes off the tee in seven of his last nine measured events and ranking top-25 on Tour in birdie rate when courses play easier than par. The exemption eliminates cut-line anxiety, and Lindeque expects Novak’s already aggressive driver-heavy style to ramp up. With TPC Craig Ranch historically rewarding high-octane scoring (winning totals of −26 and −25 the last two years), Lindeque likes Novak as a mid-tier DFS core play and a juicy long-shot outright before the books adjust to the new narrative.

Byron Lindeque likes a Keith Mitchell / J.T. Poston Top‑5 ticket at the Zurich, saying it could finally get Mitchell across the finish line without the solo‑Sunday pressure that has derailed him in individual events. Lindeque noted that the duo ranks top‑10 in his team SG model, marries Mitchell’s length with Poston’s red‑hot wedges, and owns pre‑tournament chemistry—Mitchell has paired successfully with Sungjae Im in past team formats. Because DraftKings ownership on the $10.1k tandem is likely to spike, Byron plans to FADE them in large‑field GPPs, but he still likes +400 or better in Top‑5 markets, arguing their combined ceiling is much higher than their outright price suggests.

Byron Lindeque flagged the Nico Echavarria–Max Greyserman pairing as a high‑volatility, high‑upside play in both betting outrights and DraftKings Showdown. Greyserman provides raw power—he ranks 9th on the Korn Ferry graduate list in Driving Distance—and gives the team plenty of eagle looks, while Echavarria sits inside the top‑30 on Tour in strokes gained putting over his last 24 rounds. Lindeque’s proprietary "spike‑putting" metric (average strokes gained across each player’s 25 best career putting rounds) shows both golfers adding more than +3.2 strokes in their ceiling weeks, exactly the profile needed to pile up birdies in the four‑ball segments. He also noted that having two elite putters in the same side reduces alternate‑shot bogeys because somebody is likely to clean up a 6‑to‑10‑foot par save. At 80‑to‑1 or longer in the outright market and projected sub‑5 percent ownership, the Colombian/Jersey combo fits perfectly in GPP builds that need first‑place equity rather than floor.

Byron Lindeque believes Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry can replicate last year’s Zurich victory because their skill sets perfectly fit the alternate‑shot math of TPC Louisiana. With only nine tee shots per player and 11 long‑iron approaches allocated to the odd‑hole starter, Lindeque expects Rory to bomb drives and handle the majority of 6‑to‑10‑foot par‑savers while Lowry, who ranks top‑10 in approach from 175‑225 yards over the past six months, feasts on the taxing long‑iron shots at holes 3, 5, 11, 13 and 16. He noted that the duo gained a combined 18.3 strokes tee‑to‑green across last year’s two alternate‑shot rounds—best in the field—and that the watered‑down 2025 entry list leaves only Cantlay/Schauffele as a comparable threat. Lindeque is comfortable eating the short outright number (+550 or better) and plans to anchor them in single‑entry DFS builds where the win equity bonus is crucial.

Byron Lindeque co‑signed Kenny Kim’s Hoffman/Watney flyer, calling the $6,200 tandem a must‑have salary saver in cash games and small‑field single entries. Lindeque emphasized that the veterans have more Zurich appearances together than any other pairing, giving them unmatched institutional knowledge of how TPC Louisiana plays in both four‑ball and alternate‑shot formats. He also noted that Hoffman’s ball‑striking has quietly ticked up—he gained strokes tee‑to‑green in three straight starts—while Watney’s short‑game metrics remain solid enough to mop up mistakes in alt‑shot. The takeaway: their combined course reps plus trending form create a higher floor than most sub‑$6.5K options, freeing salary for star duos up top without embracing the typical $6K volatility.

Byron Lindeque labeled the Sahith Theegala / Aaron Rai pairing a DFS landmine, joking that Theegala only gains strokes on Fridays—"maybe because his girlfriend’s TikTok account is banned that day." In eight of Theegala’s last nine starts he has lost strokes on at least two of the four rounds, a consistency issue that becomes even more punitive when every bad hole drags a teammate down. Lindeque also pointed to Theegala’s 112th‑ranked Driving Accuracy and Rai’s below‑average distance as a poor fit for TPC Louisiana’s 7,400‑yard layout, predicting too many 200‑plus‑yard approaches in alternate shot. With better‑priced mid‑tier options like Svensson/Norgaard and Echavarria/Greyserman available, Byron is fading Theegala in all formats and will take the ProfitX "NO" side if the market offers Top‑20 odds shorter than +140.

Byron Lindeque said chalk be damned—he still wants exposure to the Billy Horschel / Tom Hoge team. Horschel has already lifted the Zurich trophy with two different partners and shows up for every goofy‑format event, from the QBE Shootout to TGL exhibitions, where his "rah‑rah" energy galvanizes teammates. Hoge supplies elite approach play (2nd on Tour in SG: Approach over the last eight weeks), a skill Lindeque says perfectly patches Horschel’s tee‑to‑green leaks. Conversely, Billy ranks 13th in Short Game over that same window, shoring up Hoge’s traditional weakness. The complementary profile gives the duo both floor and spike rounds in volatile alternate‑shot sessions. Byron will eat the ownership in single‑entry contests but suggests pivoting only in massive GPPs if projected roster rates creep north of 25%.

Byron Lindeque said the Andrew Novak–Ben Griffin tandem is a sneaky outright wager because their games "dovetail" perfectly for both formats played at TPC Louisiana. Griffin’s strength is streaky birdie‑making—he sits 18th on Tour in Birdies‑or‑Better Gained over the past eight weeks—while Novak’s steadier tee‑to‑green profile (26th in SG: Approach from 125‑175 yds and 21st in Bogey Avoidance) should keep them from shipping high numbers in alternate‑shot holes. Lindeque reminded listeners that the variability of best ball means two 66s can be either –6 or –12 depending on how the birdies line up; he likes this duo because Griffin’s birdies often arrive on different holes than Novak’s pars, creating a higher ceiling without sacrificing floor. Both players have flirted with PGA wins multiple times in the last calendar year and carry zero injury red flags. Lindeque is comfortable sprinkling an outright ticket and slotting them into Round‑2 and Round‑4 Showdown cores where ownership should stay muted.

Byron Lindeque highlighted the Jesper Svensson–Nicholas Norgaard pairing as one of his favorite Round‑2 and Round‑4 Showdown darts. Using his Zurich Model Maniac spreadsheet, Lindeque noted that odd‑hole tee boxes force the same player to hit 11 of the team’s 18 approach shots—most of them 175–285‑yard long irons—while the partner handles the majority of drives and first putts. In this tandem, Norgaard ranks inside the top 15 on Tour in proximity from 200‑plus yards, exactly the bucket that dominates those 11 approaches, whereas Svensson is a significantly better putter and gains strokes off the tee at an above‑average clip. The complementary skill set mirrors what made Cantlay/Schauffele dominant here, giving the Scandinavian duo sneaky upside to spike in the more volatile alternate‑shot rounds. Lindeque expects them to carry single‑digit ownership in DraftKings Showdown slates and sees +450 or longer top‑20 placement odds as worthwhile bets.

Byron Lindeque is bullish on Lucas Glover at RBC Heritage due to the course fit and affordable DFS pricing ($6,900). Byron highlighted Glover's accuracy off the tee, allowing frequent driver usage at narrow, positionally-demanding Harbour Town when others opt for less forgiving clubs. Glover performs best at venues where length is devalued and precision rewarded, aligning with the RBC Heritage profile. Byron appreciates Glover's tactical approach and course history, presenting him as an overlooked DFS leverage play with meaningful upside this week.

Byron Lindeque expressed skepticism regarding Justin Rose's motivation at non-major events, categorizing him as "major or bust". Given the emotional toll from narrowly missing the Masters title, Byron questions whether Rose possesses sufficient motivation and focus at RBC Heritage immediately after such disappointment. Although Rose performed well at major signature events earlier in the season (Pebble Beach and Arnold Palmer Invitational), Byron advises caution and will only consider rostering Rose if ownership seems particularly low, implying limited upside for standard DFS or betting scenarios.

Byron Lindeque sees a strong bounce-back opportunity for Min Woo Lee at RBC Heritage after a disappointing showing at Augusta during the Masters. Byron emphasized Min Woo Lee's exceptional skillset with his two-iron off the tee, which fits strategically well at Harbour Town, encouraging accuracy and positioning over pure power. Notably, Lee previously showcased his abilities at TPC Sawgrass during The Players Championship, a clear comparable course, suggesting his style of play meshes perfectly with the demands of this venue. Byron believes Lee is motivated to prove himself after the recent comparative letdown, making him a compelling DFS selection this week.

Byron Lindeque identified Ryo Hisatsune at 220-to-1 odds as a strong DFS sleeper due to his outstanding ball striking. Despite significant struggles making short putts, Hisatsune’s exceptional ball-striking has repeatedly placed him in contention, notably at the Valspar Championship and Valero Texas Open. Byron drew comparisons between these two strategically demanding, mid-length courses and Harbour Town's layout, suggesting similar skill-sets translate successfully. Given his ability to consistently deliver elite iron play, Byron believes Hisatsune represents high DFS upside and an acceptable betting risk at long-shot odds.

Byron Lindeque targeted Brian Campbell as a sleeper bet at 600-to-1 odds following Campbell’s surprisingly strong Masters debut where he made the cut and finished inside the top 30. Byron noted this result was particularly impressive given Campbell’s typically short-hitting style was ill-suited for Augusta's expansive layout. However, Harbour Town's positional emphasis and shorter, accuracy-demanding fairways align perfectly with Campbell’s accurate off-the-tee game and strong mid-to-long iron play. Byron also suggested exploring Campbell's triple-digit odds in the top-20 placement markets, believing he carries significant confidence from his strong Masters showing into this highly compatible venue.

Byron Lindeque advocated placing an outright bet at 80-to-1 odds on Bud Cauley at the RBC Heritage, driven by Cauley's surprising recent form. Despite a quiet reputation historically, Cauley recently secured sixth place at the Players Championship followed by a top-five finish at the Valero Texas Open, contradicting assumptions he'd fade after the Sawgrass result. Byron was notably impressed seeing Cauley demonstrate this sustained quality against strong fields and believes the good form warrants attention. Given Cauley’s precise iron game, comparable strategic course demands between Valero and Harbour Town likely bode well, making Cauley an attractive bet this week.

Byron Lindeque highlighted Akshay Bhatia as an intriguing bet at 70-1 for the RBC Heritage, citing the course's ideal fit with his accuracy-focused style. Although Bhatia has limited history at this event, Byron noted Bhatia vastly improved his iron play in his second appearance, handling his approach shots extremely well. Byron emphasized this shorter, tight venue at Harbour Town naturally suits golfers who rely on precision rather than power, directly aligning with Bhatia's strengths. Byron is excited about Bhatia’s immense talent and sees significant upside potential this week, making him a compelling DFS option and outright betting opportunity.

Byron Lindeque explicitly targeted J.T. Poston as an excellent outright option at 75 to 1 odds at Harbour Town, highlighting Poston's proven course-specific upside. Byron emphasized Poston's track record of excelling at specific venues, frequently performing at elite levels despite intermittent inconsistency. Poston displays multiple strong finishes previously at RBC Heritage, which indicates his comfort and ability to navigate the nuances of the layout. Byron further conveyed strong conviction that Poston would one day secure a victory at Harbour Town, underlining the current odds as particularly attractive.

Byron Lindeque recommended betting Sepp Straka at 45 to 1 odds for RBC Heritage, arguing Straka's poor performance at Augusta was an anomaly, inflating betting value dramatically. Straka entered Augusta in strong form but struggled unexpectedly, lowering his perceived value. Byron viewed this as an opportunity, asserting Straka's excellent course history at Harbour Town, which suits his accurate ball striking and positional play style, warrants optimism and significant betting upside at his elevated odds provided.

Byron Lindeque identified top five betting as the best way to invest in Collin Morikawa at the RBC Heritage, noting profitability at odds of +210. While acknowledging Morikawa's impressive consistency in producing top 20 finishes, Byron highlighted these current top-20 odds (-270) offered unacceptable value. He thus favored top five placement markets as providing stronger returns and indicated Morikawa's frequent top 5 performances and precise iron play make this bet particularly appealing.

Byron Lindeque pinpointed Scottie Scheffler as a valuable betting option for a top five finish at the RBC Heritage. Using the ProfitX sportsbook, Byron highlighted that you can currently get Scheffler at -125 to finish top five, offering significantly better value and customization than traditional sportsbooks. He specifically recommended listeners jump on Scheffler's top-five market due to his consistent dominance, particularly on Bermuda greens where he leads the field with the most wins. Byron implied that getting the best odds via customizable options at ProfitX can increase expected value for bettors this week.

Byron Lindeque found Max Homa's recent performance intriguing, despite recent erratic form highlighted by multiple missed cuts. He pointed out Homa's strong history at Harbour Town, finishing T3 last year, and noted that Max has displayed a unique ability to suddenly emerge at key tournaments despite inconsistent stretches. In the past 13 months, Homa bizarrely earned top-12 finishes at high-profile events like The Masters and Wells Fargo Championship, where the PGA Championship was hosted. Given Homa's outright odds and placing markets haven't yet adjusted despite his strong performances at marquee courses, Byron hinted at a solid opportunity to back him, specifically targeting Homa as a placing bet at the RBC Heritage.

Byron Lindeque warned against banking on Wyndham Clark in majors despite his U.S. Open win, highlighting Clark's inability to perform consistently at golf's big stages. Clark still only has one top-30 finish in majors—his U.S. Open victory—and has notably struggled to compete in majors, failing to deliver results despite promising performances in other signature events like the Players Championship and the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Byron suggests fantasy managers and bettors temper expectations, implying Clark’s peak value is mostly confined to non-major events.

Byron Lindeque strongly preferred Sergio Garcia as his Masters pool pick over similarly priced golfer Sepp Straka. Citing Sergio's reliable Augusta history and past success, Lindeque confidently endorsed Garcia as the clearly superior choice for pools to gain leverage. Byron specifically highlighted Sergio's upside and well-documented comfort on Augusta's layout as key differentiating factors for strategic pool selections.

Byron Lindeque picked Rory McIlroy as a compelling first-round leader bet at 16-1 odds. Byron sees Rory's historical trend of strong starts at majors coupled with his recent big-event form—such as wins at The Players Championship—creating valuable betting opportunity on Rory early. Recognizing McIlroy's issues closing at Augusta, Lindeque recommended targeting him specifically as first round leader to capture upside without risk related to his weekend struggles.

Byron Lindeque enthusiastically backed Cameron Smith to finish inside the top-10 at the Masters at appealing odds of +333 (with ties). He highlighted Smith's remarkable Augusta history, noting the Australian's consistent top-10 finishes, successfully hitting five out of his last seven appearances. Despite Smith's known driving weaknesses, Lindeque emphasized Smith's elite iron play, creativity, and short game, making a top-10 wager significantly safer and more valuable than betting Smith outright.

Byron Lindeque confidently identified Patrick Reed to finish in the top 20 at Augusta as his gold best bet, available at appealing odds of +180. He pointed out Reed's exceptional and incredibly consistent Masters record, having cashed top-20 results four of the past five years. Lindeque emphasized Reed as statistically the most profitable Masters bettor’s option over the last half-decade, consistently delivering returns. Reed's strong current form combined with his track record and clear comfort around Augusta National supports significant value in this top-20 wager.

Byron Lindeque confidently endorsed Charl Schwartzel as the outright value play in the Masters' top South African market at +140. He referenced Schwartzel's green jacket history and recent impressive form, nearly winning at LIV Golf's Doral event. Byron explicitly faded Christiaan Bezuidenhout due to poor ball striking after equipment changes, making Schwartzel clearly the standout bet among the small South African group at Augusta.

Byron Lindeque advocated for Lucas Glover as a trustworthy addition to Masters 'make the cut' parlays at solid odds. Byron highlighted Glover's consistent shot-shaping ability, particularly noting his reliable draw that typically suits Augusta National's layout extremely well. Given the historically manageable cut line, Lindeque confidently suggested adding Glover as a steady, low-risk option for multi-leg betting parlays.

Byron Lindeque labeled Ludvig Aberg as running a 'Ponzi scheme' due to his unsustainable reliance on elite putting in his debut Masters appearance. Byron highlighted Aberg's disastrous chipping metrics, losing over seven strokes around greens in majors last year—a glaring liability at Augusta. With Aberg entering the Masters in poor form and reliant on putting significantly better than his career norm, Byron aggressively recommended fading Aberg in the top Scandinavian market, preferring Viktor Hovland or longer-shot picks instead.

Byron Lindeque likes the betting upside for Justin Rose given Rose's proven Augusta putting history. Rose has averaged 1.5 strokes gained per round putting in 14 Masters appearances. Byron highlighted Rose's recent strong form, specifically at the Arnold Palmer Invitational and Pebble Beach Pro-Am, both courses considered poor fits for Rose, yet he still performed impressively. Byron views Augusta as ideal for Rose's elite putting ability, predicting he could significantly outperform odds implied placement markets due to his consistency around Augusta's greens.