For one-and-done pools, Charlie Hulme decided he "just has to use" Rory McIlroy despite widespread popularity. Hulme referenced earlier discussion that Rory owns the lowest historical scoring average at Quail Hollow and sits at +500 on DraftKings, second only to Scottie Scheffler. He reasoned that fading Rory would feel worse if the Ulsterman wins than burning him in a chalky week where everyone misses. Hulme therefore locked Rory as his major bullet, confident the form and course history outweigh ownership concerns.

Charlie Hulme endorsed paying $9,200 for Shane Lowry, calling him the "rock" of their PGA Championship lineup. Hulme acknowledged Lowry is not the longest hitter but argued the Irishman has "kept elevating his game week-in and week-out," providing bankable cut-making and top-20 upside. He preferred Lowry to similarly-priced peers such as Tyrrell Hatton because Lowry’s all-around form has steadily improved and he carries less volatility. Hulme said if cap space gets tight they could pivot, but Lowry’s combination of safety and upside makes him an ideal foundation piece in balanced builds.