David Barnett strongly recommended Joaquin Niemann at -165 odds as the top South American finisher at Augusta, highlighting him clearly superior among competitors such as Nicolas Echavarria, Jhonattan Vegas, and Angel Cabrera. Barnett described it as nearly automatic compared to other golf betting options available, even suggesting casual bettors used to higher-priced favorites in other sports will see genuine betting comfort and good value despite the negative odds.

David Barnett advocated strongly for betting Corey Conners at +120 odds as the top-performing Canadian at Augusta this year. He acknowledges both Taylor Pendrith’s potent upside and Nick Taylor's unpredictability, but believes Conners clear Augusta credentials and reliable record set him apart as an ideal choice for this specific nationality-based prop bet. Veteran Mike Weir, according to Barnett, is effectively a non-factor in this competitive trio. Therefore, the plus-money odds on Conners finishing as the top Canadian represent substantial betting value.

David Barnett recommended Tom Hoge as a good value at top-40 finish odds (+105) at Augusta. Hoge enters Masters week in strong form, currently holding fifth place at the Valero Texas Open, and has consistently demonstrated elite approach play throughout his career. Though acknowledging Hoge hasn't demonstrated notable Masters success thus far, Barnett believes that his current game—mainly his outstanding approach skills—supports a relatively low-risk bet to simply beat a modest portion of the field, making +105 appealing.

David Barnett enthusiastically endorsed Charl Schwartzel's placement prop value at Augusta, highlighting the South African's current strong form—Schwartzel currently sits T2 on a challenging LIV event at Trump Doral, a course Barnett believes mirrors Augusta's long-ball and long-iron demands. At 16-to-1 odds for a top-10 finish, Barnett sees exceptional value given Schwartzel's proven past success—he notably won the Masters previously with additional strong finishes, including a 2022 top-10. Barnett added he'd confidently ladder this bet, taking Schwartzel at +550 for top-20 and believes him to be a "lock" at +125 odds of a top-40 finish, firmly urging listeners to hammer this placement wager.

David Barnett is cautiously optimistic about Cameron Smith at 4-to-1 odds to secure a Masters top-10 finish. Smith has recorded four top 10s at Augusta National within the last five years and is presently positioned inside the top-10 at the LIV event in Doral, where he's scoring well in tough conditions. Although Smith hasn't established dominance on the LIV Tour recently, Barnett notices clear signs Smith's play is headed in the right direction. He believes bettors putting substantial weight on Augusta course history should look closely at Smith as a viable top-10 option offering decent value.

David Barnett highlighted Daniel Berger as tremendous value at +550 odds for a top-10 Masters finish. Although Berger hasn't competed at Augusta National since 2022 due to injury, he's currently displaying vintage Berger form in prestigious Tour events of late—with recent results including a runner-up at Phoenix, 12th at Genesis, 15th at Arnold Palmer, and 20th at The Players. Berger ranks 15th in Barnett’s Bet The Number model, emphasizing he is consistently gaining off-the-tee, boasts solid iron play, and exhibits improved short game and putting recently. Barnett firmly believes Berger's quality form translates into strong top-10 upside at this Masters.

David Barnett enthusiastically endorsed Corey Conners for a top-10 finish at Augusta at +400, labeling it 'unbelievably good value.' Barnett highlighted Conners' robust experience at Augusta, specifically citing past consistently high finishes. He previously emphasized (in earlier segments) Conners’ recent improvement in putting alongside strong iron play. At these generous odds, Barnett confidently identified Conners as a standout top-10 choice with both strong likelihood and notable payout opportunity.

David Barnett identified Brooks Koepka as his second-favorite LIV golfer for outright betting at the Masters (behind only Jon Rahm). Barnett explained Koepka's inconsistent LIV tour performances make it tough to gauge form, but noted Koepka's second-place finish in a major shortly after mediocre play on the LIV tour in 2023 demonstrates his ability to peak for majors. He reminded listeners of Koepka's proven history as a closer at the highest levels, capable of converting wins when near the leaderboard. Barnett believes Koepka's odds near 30-to-1 present strong value, particularly if he starts well in round one. He cautioned that a bad first day could happen, but overall Koepka has clear win equity well above most of the LIV players.

David Barnett highlighted Daniel Berger at +550 for a Masters top-10 as good value, despite Berger having not played Augusta since 2022 due to an injury. Berger's 2025 form has been stellar, including a runner-up at Phoenix, a 12th place finish at Genesis, and strong showings at both Arnold Palmer (15th) and THE PLAYERS Championship (20th). Barnett emphasized these performances came at elite-level PGA Tour events ('signature big dick events'), signaling a return to vintage Berger form. Berger ranks 15th in Barnett's Bet The Number model and is gaining strokes off the tee consistently with solid iron play, suggesting he's primed to outperform expectations at Augusta this year.

David Barnett advised caution on betting Shane Lowry outright at Augusta due to specific worries about Lowry's ability to convert putts under Augusta's typical conditions. He indicated that the forecast for normal scoring conditions, requiring a winning score potentially around six or even eight under par, wouldn't favor Lowry, whose putting at Augusta National historically hasn't inspired confidence. Barnett explicitly noted he's currently hesitant to include Lowry outright on his betting card, emphasizing that under these projected conditions, he currently believes Lowry will struggle to post the requisite scores. While he reserved the right to re-evaluate, Barnett's sentiment clearly leans negative, highlighting the betting odds did not sufficiently outweigh Lowry's putting liabilities at Augusta.

David Barnett passionately backed Corey Conners as a standout outright bet to win the Masters. Emphasizing recent improvements in Conners' putting game over the last four starts—combined with a stellar Augusta course record—Barnett enthusiastically advocated for betting Corey Conners outright at the current price of 65-to-1 odds. Having secured Conners at even better odds (80-to-1) weeks ago, Barnett expressed particular confidence, saying he'd still bet him even at odds of 50-to-1. Barnett further noted Conners' imminent top-10 finish in Texas, reinforcing his belief that Conners is headed into Augusta in peak form and represents tremendous betting value.

David Barnett sees great outright betting value in backing Justin Thomas for this year's Masters at Augusta. Despite JT missing several recent cuts at Augusta, Barnett highlighted Thomas's current form as notably strong, believing he is 'firing on so many cylinders right now' coming into Masters week. At 22-to-1 odds, Barnett is confident in JT's trajectory for an excellent performance and indicated JT would absolutely be part of his personal betting selections—anticipating the odds may shorten closer to tournament time. Given Thomas's immense upside and recent positive indicators of strong play, Barnett believes the current market odds represent clear value for an outright Masters wager.

David Barnett is highly positive on Xander Schauffele at Augusta National, citing recent accomplishments as the primary reason for confidence. He recognizes potential concerns about Schauffele's consistency, but emphasizes that Xander has a tremendous record at Augusta. Notably, Barnett pointed out that Schauffele is now a two-time major champion, something he had not achieved in previous appearances here. That experience and proven ability to close out major tournaments bolster his confidence at Augusta this year. Barnett enthusiastically highlighted betting Schauffele outright at current odds around 20-to-1, expecting these odds to shorten significantly as the Masters approaches. Schauffele is confirmed to be featured on 'DB's Big Balls Betting Card' due to Barnett's strong belief in his winning upside.

David Barnett strongly recommended betting Rory McIlroy as a favorite, highlighting Rory's extraordinary form combined with fewer distractions compared to previous years. He emphasized that Rory's mental state, personal life stability, and reduced LIV Golf drama provide an ideal backdrop for peak performance at this year's Masters. Additionally, Barnett discussed that other contenders, including Xander Schauffele coming off an injury and Scottie Scheffler lacking the momentum he previously had, are not in their best shape, further positioning Rory favorably to win. Barnett even suggested creating a boosted parlay incorporating Rory's outright win paired with Scottie Scheffler's top-10 finish to enhance payout odds.

David Barnett expressed skepticism toward betting Collin Morikawa for a top-10 finish at the Masters. While acknowledging the strength of Morikawa's iron play, he cited significant concerns regarding Morikawa's inconsistent putting, short game struggles, and lack of recent winning form. Barnett labeled Morikawa a 'beta' and questioned his ability to confidently close out tournaments, suggesting he is unreliable under pressure. Barnett specifically noted Morikawa's low ball speed and subpar long iron statistics—two areas that the Bet The Number analytics site emphasizes as key factors at Augusta—as further reasons to avoid wagering heavily on his top-10 prospects.

David Barnett expressed skepticism about Jordan Spieth's chances of winning at Augusta this year, noting Spieth's current form as highly questionable. Barnett observed Spieth recently and is not convinced he's consistently striking the ball well enough to realistically contend. While acknowledging Spieth has the potential for a decent finish, Barnett stressed that Spieth could just as easily 'trunk slam' (miss the cut), making him an overly volatile choice to bet outright. Spieth's inconsistencies and evident struggle with confidence-filled shotmaking were cited as significant concerns.

David Barnett gave Tom Hoge consideration as an intriguing DFS choice at a low $6,400 price due primarily to his strong iron play and current form in Texas. Barnett acknowledges Hoge's underwhelming historical record at Augusta National, but believes Hoge's legendary iron skill and current trend suggest a high floor of at least making the cut with a potential ceiling around a T20 finish.

David Barnett identified Kevin Yu as an aggressive high-upside DFS pick priced cheaply at $6,300. Despite acknowledging Yu's risk as a first-timer at Augusta and notably poor putting, Barnett highlighted Yu's elite ball striking, specifically his 14th rank in ball speed, ninth in strokes-gained off-the-tee, and 30th in approach play in the last 30 rounds. While suspecting that Yu might struggle with Augusta's greens, Barnett sees legitimate top-20 or top-25 upside due to his exceptional driving and long-game metrics.

David Barnett expressed interest in Stephan Jaeger as a sleeper DFS candidate priced at only $6,300. Barnett specifically pointed out Jaeger's recent marked increase in driving distance, now ranking ninth in ball speed and eighth in apex height in the field over the last 30 rounds. Coupled with recent form including a T11 at Houston and T20 at the Players, Barnett sees Jaeger as a strong value with considerable upside, suitable for navigating the challenges of Augusta National due to his current ball-striking strengths.

David Barnett recommended fading Michael Kim in DFS for Augusta. Despite recognizing Kim's recently gained distance, improvements to his overall play, and active engagement with the golf DFS community, Barnett questioned his ability to meet expectations under Augusta's pressure and scrutiny. He expressed reservations about Kim's mental state potentially being overwhelmed by the spotlight and distracting factors related to Kim's social media activity and self-promotion tendencies ahead of The Masters.

David Barnett identifies J.J. Spaun as a compelling sleeper DFS choice at Augusta due to recent improvements, notably in his iron play and increased ball speed. Spaun's recent runner-up finishes at key events like The Players and the Cognizant add credibility to his form, and his Augusta debut (T23 last year) showed promise. His impressive rank of 10th in proximity on key approach distances further strengthens the argument for his upside at his current DFS salary of $6,800.

David Barnett expressed DFS interest in Sergio Garcia, citing his recent strong performances in LIV Golf—a win in Hong Kong and currently within striking distance at Doral. Garcia's proven Augusta proficiency and current form provide a blend of course history plus recent momentum at a relatively inexpensive DFS price making him a meaningful option in roster construction.

David Barnett sees Dustin Johnson as an intriguing DFS leverage play at Augusta. Though DJ disappointed many with a missed cut last year, recent form suggests he might be peaking again—starting slow on LIV Golf but improving with top finishes in recent events (T5 at Sentosa, currently T6 at Doral). Barnett also highlighted DJ's own declaration of feeling good and confident in his game heading into Augusta. With his price at only $7,500, DJ could provide valuable leverage if ownership remains low, although Barnett advises restraint due to the painful missed cut last year.

David Barnett expects Sepp Straka to be a popular DFS pick at Augusta, drawing parallels with Corey Conners as both players exhibit sharp iron play and recent high-level performances. Straka, already a winner this year, recorded his best Masters finish (T16) last year and has consistently demonstrated reliable shot-making. Despite anticipated significant DFS ownership, Barnett implies Straka provides strong safety and upside at his reasonable salary range.

David Barnett identifies Daniel Berger as a compelling DFS choice, pointing out his exceptional recent form despite returning from injury. With finishes including second at the Phoenix Open, 12th at Genesis Invitational, 15th at Arnold Palmer Invitational, and 20th at The Players Championship, Berger's DFS salary of $7,100 offers considerable upside. Despite limited Masters experience recently, Barnett values Berger's solid Augusta track record and recent form highly, mentioning the uncertainty whether Berger will be under-owned (pivot) or garner higher popularity (chalk).

David Barnett emphasizes Corey Conners as worthwhile chalk to roster in DFS despite high expected ownership. Barnett cites Conners' exceptional form, including a current T8 performance at the Valero Texas Open, and his consistently high floor due to accurate ball striking prowess. Conners has historically performed reliably at Augusta National, and Barnett points out Conners' DFS popularity is underscored by strong recent movement in the outright betting market, where odds have significantly shortened from 80-1 to 60-1.

David Barnett strongly advocates Cameron Smith as a pivot in DFS contests, despite Smith's lackluster recent results on LIV Golf. Barnett emphasizes Smith's superb history at Augusta National, highlighting his elite short game and putting ability—critical factors at Augusta. Smith's recent finishes—20th in Hong Kong, 19th in Singapore, and a trending T13 in Miami—give Barnett confidence Smith is peaking at the right moment. Barnett believes Smith's ownership will remain relatively low, providing vital leverage opportunities for DFS lineups in a tournament where past success on the unique course is highly predictive of future performance.

David Barnett expressed comfort rostering Shane Lowry despite likely high DFS ownership, citing strong recent ball-striking form and predictably reliable around-the-green play. Lowry's only path to significant upside (top-5 finish or victory) depends heavily on improved putting, which he's historically struggled with. However, Barnett described Lowry as providing a strong high-floor projection—predicting even a weak putting week would yield roughly a T30 finish at worst. Considering Lowry's single impressive Masters outing coincided with a strong putting performance, Barnett sees sufficient reason to accept moderate DFS chalk with Lowry due to overall consistency and strong ball striking.

David Barnett characterized Jordan Spieth as an exceedingly volatile DFS option, highlighting his manic recent form and erratic Augusta track record. Spieth has alternated top finishes (T4, T3) with missed cuts in recent Masters appearances, alongside similarly unpredictable recent event results (T4 and T9 balanced by missed cuts, 59th, and 28th finishes). Barnett emphasized the lack of consistent performance metrics week-to-week, with Spieth unpredictably fluctuating in strengths like off-the-tee or approach. This unpredictability, combined with likely higher-than-expected ownership sentiment hype, substantially increases Spieth's volatility risk. Although acknowledging considerable upside, Barnett warned against rostering a 'chalky Spieth,' particularly concerned about inflated ownership.

David Barnett made it clear he intends to fade Tommy Fleetwood due to anticipated high DFS ownership. Fleetwood's popularity is expected after consistent recent performances and a career-best Augusta T3 finish last year. Although these recent trends might justify Fleetwood's DFS validity for some, Barnett remains skeptical of paying a high ownership premium for Fleetwood. Given the nature of Masters DFS contests, Barnett suggested pivots instead of rostering a chalky Fleetwood.

David Barnett expressed significant concerns about Viktor Hovland's viability at Augusta National, even predicting him to be one of the lowest-owned DFS options in the 9K and above range. Despite Hovland's consistently strong iron play, Barnett remains particularly worried about Hovland's severe struggles around the green and with putting. Highlighting Augusta's frequent 30-50 yard wedge shot demands, Barnett does not trust Hovland's recent spike in putting form at Valspar (+7.3 strokes gained) to hold. With only a single top 10 Masters finish two years ago, Barnett is fully prepared to fade Hovland, believing his short game inadequacies significantly outweigh any iron play upside.

David Barnett expressed skepticism about rostering Bryson DeChambeau in DFS lineups for Augusta, despite DeChambeau's recent popularity surge from his growing YouTube presence and his T6 performance at Augusta last year. Barnett doubted DeChambeau's Augusta upside following previous struggles, suggesting public exposure would be higher after his top finish last year and recent narratives, reducing his DFS value as a potential pivot. Barnett stated he'd likely fade Bryson unless ownership unexpectedly dipped below ten percent, an outcome he heavily doubts will materialize.

David Barnett categorized Justin Thomas as a potentially safer choice than Xander Schauffele if ownership levels end up similar between the two players for DFS lineup decisions. Barnett praised JT's more consistent season thus far and recent improved form, mentioning the relative volatility historically seen from Thomas at Augusta National. Barnett clarified he prefers JT only if DFS ownership between him and Schauffele stays close, seeing Schauffele as more enticing exclusively if his ownership becomes notably discounted as leverage.

David Barnett highlighted Xander Schauffele's phenomenal approach play performance at the Valspar Championship, gaining a massive 11 strokes on approach shots in route to a T12 finish. Barnett expressed excitement about potentially rostering Schauffele at The Masters, especially if public DFS ownership comes in low due to Schauffele's limited appearances and recent injury. Barnett acknowledges risk due to Schauffele's sparse recent play, but strongly values his Augusta track record and this recent elite iron play display, making him a compelling DFS matchup pivot.

David Barnett advised fading Ludvig Aberg in Masters DFS lineups. Barnett expressed concern over Aberg's recent inconsistent form, notably his spotty ball striking, subpar short game, and volatile putting performance. Although Aberg impressed at his Masters debut previously—largely driven by an unsustainable eight-stroke gained putting performance—Barnett emphasized this performance looks like an outlier rather than something repeatable. Despite having Joe Skovron on the bag as a positive factor, the overall level of inconsistency made Barnett confident Aberg is a beneficial fade this year compared to similarly priced DFS options in the high-priced range.

David Barnett, historically a skeptic of Rory McIlroy, agreed fully with Pat Perry's strong stance, believing McIlroy's chances at Augusta this year are higher than ever. He cited Rory's recent peak form, specifically his recent win at The Players Championship and a strong playoff showing at the Houston Open, combined with no significant distractions from LIV Golf drama or personal issues this year. Barnett added that Scheffler, despite being talented, hasn't looked as unbeatable compared to prior Masters appearances, with notable concerns about his current mid and long iron play. This opens the door significantly for Rory to finally overcome past disappointments and claim his first Green Jacket.

David Barnett highlighted optimal roster construction based on recent historical DraftKings Millie Maker winning lineups for the Masters, pointing out each successful lineup featured only one golfer priced in the five-digit salary range—specifically Scottie Scheffler at the highest salary tier. Barnett explained this observed strategy allowed DFS participants to incorporate a strong lineup base with considerable upside and depth due to flexibility gained by avoiding multiple highly expensive picks. Emphasizing this historical precedent could guide smart DFS construction, Barnett recommended confidently limiting DFS salary allocation within the high-end pricing tier, then building a balanced, strong floor of players priced lower.

David Barnett noted Bryson DeChambeau had growing DFS ownership at Augusta and suggested that industry perception was warming to him potentially figuring Augusta National out. Barnett explained that Bryson's ownership had risen to around 13%, indicating increased belief in his ability to navigate the course effectively. Given Bryson featured prominently in all winning Millie Maker lineups from last year, Barnett implied DFS players should take notice and thoughtfully consider Bryson as a valuable lineup option based on increasing course familiarity and improved competitive track record at Augusta.

David Barnett recommended embracing popular high-owned players who offer significant DFS value due to their proven track record and affordable pricing at Augusta National. Specifically highlighting Tommy Fleetwood at $7,500, Barnett pointed out Fleetwood was highly owned but consistently provided reliable scoring returns in the DFS lineup constructions across all three Millie Maker contests last year. Barnett emphasized that while high ownership typically signals caution, certain players, especially those like Fleetwood with ample positive track records at Augusta, are worth roster inclusion despite their popularity due to their excellent value and reliability.

David Barnett strongly recommended caution when evaluating golfers based primarily on recent performances in significant events prior to the Masters. He referenced Wyndham Clark’s high price tag ($10,000) following a near-win at the Players Championship as an illustrative example of inflated expectations. Despite his hot form entering Augusta, Clark failed dramatically, returning among the worst DFS values. Barnett advised players to critically examine whether strong finishes immediately preceding Augusta directly translate into Masters success given Augusta’s unique demands. He argued against DFS over-investment in golfers simply based on recent high-visibility success without course-specific validation.

David Barnett advised caution in rostering highly popular, less experienced golfers at Augusta National, specifically mentioning Sahith Theegala from 2024 as an example. Even though Theegala’s playstyle and recent form generated widespread attention and high ownership at around 25%, Barnett emphasized that Augusta’s unique layout typically rewards players with substantial prior Masters experience. He noted that despite Theegala's appealing Jordan Spieth-like game, limited laps around the course may significantly hinder upside relative to popular perception. He contrasted Theegala with Ludvig Aberg, who succeeded partly by pairing with an experienced Masters caddie, highlighting the importance of gaining course familiarity before being rostered aggressively.