Ev Singleton pointed out Aldrich Potgieter (name pronunciation uncertain) as an attractive long-shot candidate due largely to his outstanding off-the-tee metrics. Potgieter ranks seventh in Singleton's model for off-the-tee performance, notably excelling in ball speed and driving distance, ranking first overall. Singleton acknowledged Potgieter's weaknesses with approach play, around the green play, and bogey avoidance, yet still emphasized these elite driving traits as highly valuable for Memorial Park and worth targeting as a speculative DFS or betting play.

Ev Singleton identified Jeremy Paul as an appealing longshot play for the Houston Open based on his underlying statistical profile. Despite acknowledging limited familiarity with Paul personally, Singleton noted he ranks an impressive 12th overall in his proprietary modeling. Paul's metrics suggest hidden upside potential for this week's tournament, making him an intriguing choice for deeper DFS lineups or targeted value bets.

Ev Singleton advocated Jake Knapp as another player to target this week at Memorial Park due to his bounce-back potential. Singleton acknowledged Knapp had a tough week at the Valspar Championship but emphasized his strong overall form leading into that event. Singleton is confident Knapp can rebound strongly, given his underlying statistical strengths match well with the demands of this week's course setup.

Ev Singleton identified Alex Smalley as a prime bounce-back candidate heading into the Houston Open. Singleton explained Smalley had been in good form leading up to a disappointing performance at the Valspar Championship, but his strong statistical profile indicates he is well-positioned for a rebound at Memorial Park. Singleton collectively grouped him with other golfers he's similarly positive on as bounce-back prospects this event, noting Smalley specifically had demonstrated good golf before his brief setback at Valspar.

Ev Singleton expressed clear caution on Alejandro Tosti, despite his ranking in Singleton's statistical model. Singleton cited serious concerns about Tosti's recent form, particularly his alarming putting struggles and declining performance off-the-tee. Singleton stressed the importance of putting this week at Memorial Park, noting that Tosti has recently struggled significantly in that department. Despite Tosti's driving distance ranking well, these weaknesses led Singleton to strongly recommend fading Tosti in DFS and betting scenarios this week.

Ev Singleton specifically highlighted Taylor Pendrith's elite off-the-tee metrics as a major advantage for him at this week's Houston Open. Pendrith currently leads in strokes gained off-the-tee in Singleton's model, showcasing exceptional driving strength that's essential for Memorial Park's layout. Singleton acknowledged Pendrith as a late addition to his shortlist of recommended golfers for DFS and betting, emphasizing immense value due to Pendrith's driving prowess even though he was initially undecided about him.

Ev Singleton advocated strongly for Stephan Jaeger at the Houston Open, specifically due to his impressive historical performances at Memorial Park. Jaeger secured victory at this event last year and recorded another top-10 finish two years prior, demonstrating elite comfort and proven consistency at the venue. Singleton pointed to Jaeger’s highly positive course experience and solid past results as key indicators of potential value in betting and DFS lineups, offering significant confidence in selecting Jaeger this week.

Ev Singleton mentioned Michael Kim as a noteworthy candidate for the Houston Open, citing his impressive and balanced statistical profile in 2025. Despite below-average off-the-tee ranking for distance on a course where distance matters, Kim's exceptional bogey avoidance, sharp approach game, and strong performance around the greens contributed heavily to his attractiveness at Memorial Park. Singleton did express slight concern over Kim’s high price but still emphasized his overall strong model fit and excellent recent form.

Ev Singleton named Min Woo Lee as a strong consideration due to his impressive recent form and key strengths suited for Memorial Park. Singleton highlighted Lee's excellent driving distance, ball speed, bogey avoidance, and solid around-the-green and putting performances recently. Despite a missed cut at The Players Championship, Lee’s overall consistency—highlighted by finish positions of T13, T6, T4, and T28 at the Valspar—made him especially appealing for DFS and betting purposes this week.

Ev Singleton expressed positive sentiment toward Wyndham Clark at the Houston Open, driven mainly by his significant distance off the tee. Singleton noted Clark's excellent ranking in driving distance and ball speed metrics, both critically important at Memorial Park course. Although Clark's recent finishes and putting struggles were acknowledged as potential concerns, Singleton emphasized the course fit and Clark's strong game off-the-tee and around-the-green ability. The importance of bogey avoidance on a challenging course further elevated Clark’s profile in Singleton's analysis.

Ev Singleton strongly endorsed Rory McIlroy this week, highlighting his remarkable off-the-tee metrics. Rory has amassed 14.6 strokes gained off-the-tee at Pebble Beach and has consistently dominated off the tee this season. Singleton noted that despite some issues with accuracy, Rory’s driving distance and ball speed perfectly align with the key metrics favored at Memorial Park course, which heavily rewards longer hitters. Although there was slight concern about his play around the greens, Singleton confidently labeled Rory a top pick due to his astonishing recent form that produced two wins, including at a prestigious event at The Players Championship.

Ev Singleton targeted Niklas Norgaard Moller this week as a prime bounce-back candidate at Memorial Park. Singleton noted that despite a disappointing performance last week which broke his recent streak of consistent play, Norgaard possesses solid golf abilities and statistical indicators suitable for this tournament layout. Singleton grouped him among other golfers he's betting on to recover this week based on sustained strong golf prior to recent setbacks.