Mike McClure advises including Tyrrell Hatton in DFS lineups for the 2025 Masters due to his consistent history at Augusta National. Hatton has successfully made the cut in six of his last seven Masters appearances, providing a safe floor for DFS lineups. He secured a top-10 finish (T9) at Augusta last year, further showcasing his ability to perform in this high-stakes environment. With no major championships yet in his career, Hatton is highly motivated and is regarded as one of golf's top players without a major. Given his consistency and reasonable DFS price of $8,600 on DraftKings and $10,200 on FanDuel, Hatton represents excellent lineup value according to McClure.

Mike McClure recommends rostering Patrick Cantlay as a top DFS pick in the 2025 Masters due to his consistently strong performances in majors. Cantlay has finished inside the top 25 in four of his last six appearances at Augusta and eight of his past ten majors overall, indicating he is highly reliable in major championship settings. His recent form is strong as well, with top-five finishes this year at prestigious Tour events like The American Express and Genesis Invitational. Despite never winning a major, Cantlay's steady presence in big tournaments positions him well to challenge at Augusta, making him a strong DFS investment at $8,700 on DraftKings and $10,000 on FanDuel.

Mike McClure advises against rostering Ludvig Aberg in 2025 Masters fantasy lineups because of his inconsistent recent play and expected high ownership. Despite Aberg finishing second at last year's Masters and having short odds (14-1), his recent performances raise concern—he missed the Players Championship cut and struggled in four of his first six PGA Tour events this season, finishing outside the top 20. Additionally, after his runner-up debut at Augusta, Aberg missed the weekend cut at two of the following three major championships, making him a potential trap for fantasy managers.

Mike McClure is targeting Tommy Fleetwood as a high-value fantasy pick for the 2025 Masters on FanDuel and DraftKings despite his 35-1 longshot odds. Augusta National suits Fleetwood's game, as shown by his third-place finish at the 2024 Masters—his best performance at this event. Fleetwood has also performed consistently in major championships, having top-five finishes in all four majors and making the cut in seven of eight Augusta starts. Recently, he's been impressive statistically, ranking fourth on the PGA Tour in total strokes gained this season, enhancing his appeal as an under-the-radar fantasy golf selection.

Mike McClure supported betting on Xander Schauffele's outright victory given current pricing around 20-to-1, citing his baseline talent, Augusta comfort, and potential to rebound strongly following recent injury concerns. He emphasized that Schauffele's odds would be markedly shorter (likely around 10-to-1) if fully healthy, creating a strong opportunity given that Schauffele's current questionable form appears a short-term issue rather than a larger talent problem. Mike suggests bettors willing to speculate slightly on fitness stand to gain significant value by locking in current odds before updates on recovery push Schauffele's odds shorter again.

Mike McClure strongly supported betting Bryson DeChambeau at current odds (12-1) within the alternative betting market that excludes favorites like Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Collin Morikawa, Jon Rahm, and Ludvig Aberg. McClure believes Bryson's price in this adjusted market represents particularly attractive value, suggesting that his actual odds are likely to shorten significantly as the Masters approaches. Given Bryson's ideal skill match for Augusta (driving distance and aggressiveness) plus expected market adjustment, McClure sees current odds as highly favorable.

Mike McClure highlighted Corey Conners as showing compelling value at his current outright price of around 66-1 but made a stronger recommendation for betting him in top-20 and DFS markets. Conners has proven excellent at Augusta, and McClure cited this consistent positive course history, seeing significant potential in betting markets offering around +200 for a top-20 finish. He emphasized targeting Conners more actively in top-20 markets due to likelihood of a strong but not winning performance at the Masters.

Mike McClure was skeptical of betting Collin Morikawa as an outright winner at the Masters based on the high price and Morikawa's inconsistent ability to close tournaments on Sundays. While acknowledging Morikawa as an elite talent capable of winning, McClure expressed unwillingness to bet him as the golfer with third-best odds behind Scheffler and McIlroy. He argued a more appropriate price for Morikawa would be around 20-1, closer to Jon Rahm's number, rather than the current +1400 range. McClure emphasized a lack of trust in Morikawa closing tournaments makes him a less appealing betting choice at shorter prices relative to other elite golfers in the field.

Mike McClure flagged Brooks Koepka as a probable DFS fade for the Masters due to DFS ownership concerns. Despite acknowledging Koepka's proven ability as a 'big game hunter' who excels during major championships, McClure warned Koepka typically draws inflated ownership numbers. Given the field strength and DFS strategy, he viewed Koepka as potentially overvalued and best avoided in fantasy lineups due to limited leverage opportunities, despite the golfer's major tournament success.

Mike McClure supported the idea of targeting Corey Conners in DFS formats for the Masters, describing Conners as a golfer who consistently plays better than expected at Augusta National. Conners has recorded three top-10 finishes at Augusta, an elite record that showcases his steady and reliable course fit. However, McClure cautioned against betting Conners outright given the field strength, preferring exposure through DFS lineups instead. He believes Conners' value may be overlooked relative to higher-profile players, potentially providing differentiation in fantasy contests.

Mike McClure expressed no concerns about Hideki Matsuyama's recent missed cut, emphasizing that Matsuyama remains a strong candidate to succeed at Augusta National due to his outstanding short game. Although Matsuyama enters the Masters coming off disappointing recent form, McClure explained that Augusta significantly rewards elite around-the-green play—something Matsuyama possesses at an elite level. He implied Matsuyama's DFS ownership could be lower due to recent struggles, creating strong leverage potential in tournaments.

Mike McClure strongly recommended Patrick Reed as a high-upside DFS target because of his proven scrambling ability and consistent excellence around Augusta National's greens. Reed carries impressive course history, with recent finishes including T-12 and T-4 in the past two Masters. McClure explained that Reed's specific skill set—chipping accuracy and understanding Augusta's difficult greens—is exceptionally valuable at this particular event, far more so than at typical PGA tournaments. He suggested targeting Reed particularly in top-20 betting markets and daily fantasy golf lineups, given his likelihood to finish strongly in elite fields.

Mike McClure pointed out strong outright betting value on Bryson DeChambeau for the Masters, emphasizing his ideal course fit and driving distance. DeChambeau notably has the ability to significantly alter course layout with his length off the tee, positioning himself advantageously against the average PGA golfer. McClure also highlighted that Bryson tends to rise to the occasion in major tournaments, further strengthening the argument for placing bets on him. He specifically noted Bryson's odds in the +1800 to +2000 range as being 'pretty fair numbers' and attractive from a betting standpoint given the course conditions and his skillset.

Mike McClure's SportsLine model highlights Denny McCarthy as a valuable betting target at 30-1 odds for the 2025 Valero Texas Open. McCarthy nearly captured his first PGA Tour victory at this event last year, pushing Akshay Bhatia into a playoff after firing a stunning 9-under 63 in the final round. His performance in par-4 scoring—ranking eighth currently on Tour—is a significant advantage, contributing to his steady presence at leaderboards this season, including four top-20 finishes over his last five tournaments. Although his putting has uncharacteristically faltered compared to his elite performance last season (seventh in one-putt percentage, fourth in putts per round), any improvement on the greens this week could position McCarthy for another deep run and potential victory at TPC San Antonio.

Mike McClure's SportsLine model recommends betting on Jordan Spieth at the Valero Texas Open, placing significant value on his 22-1 odds. Spieth has shown excellent form at this course historically, highlighted by his emotional breakthrough win at TPC San Antonio in 2021, ending a four-year drought. His consistency at the event is impressive, with top-10 finishes in four of his last six starts here, including a 10th place last year. Spieth is improving statistically as well, currently ranked 44th on the PGA Tour in total strokes gained—an encouraging leap from his 80th-place ranking last year. Combining his course history, current form, and improved statistical profile, Spieth offers compelling betting value heading into this week's event.

Mike McClure's SportsLine model identifies Daniel Berger as a high-value longshot bet at 40-1 odds for the 2025 Valero Texas Open. Berger has quietly built impressive momentum, finishing T-20 or better in four of his last five tournaments and notably earning a runner-up finish at the WM Phoenix Open. Key driving statistics underscore his competitive edge at TPC San Antonio: he ranks fifth in total driving overall (score of 80), placing him among the very best. Additionally, he's 10th in driving accuracy, hitting 67.35% of fairways—critical at a challenging layout—and ranks 12th in strokes gained total (1.334). Berger's skill set aligns extremely well with the demands of the tournament course, making him a potential payday pick for sharp bettors seeking value at longer odds.

Mike McClure's SportsLine simulation strongly suggests that Ludvig Aberg, the odds-on favorite for the Valero Texas Open, will significantly underperform this week. Despite winning at the Genesis Invitational earlier this season and starting strong with a T-5 finish at The Sentry, Aberg is suffering from a notable dip in performance recently. Over his past two tournaments, Aberg finished T-22 or worse and missed the cut at a high-profile event, The Players Championship. Analytical data highlights critical weaknesses: he's currently ranked just 99th in strokes gained: approach to the green at -0.033, and an even lower 130th in driving accuracy at only 54.81 percent. Additionally, issues surfaced on the greens, as Aberg ranks poorly at 98th in strokes gained putting (-0.002) and 161st in total putting (261.8). Such struggles are particularly damaging at TPC San Antonio—a course demanding precise ball-striking and steady putting—thus making Aberg a risky and lower-value betting option despite his favored status.

Mike McClure strongly prefers Rory McIlroy over Scottie Scheffler at Memorial Park, emphasizing Rory's clearly superior recent form, including two wins in his last four starts. With Rory priced $1,000 cheaper than Scheffler, McClure feels confidently that McIlroy currently surpasses Scheffler's performance and presents considerably better DFS value. He is gaining moderate (15%) exposure to Rory in his DFS lineups and zero exposure to Scheffler, underlining Rory's far more appealing risk-reward DFS projection.

Mike McClure sees Tony Finau as substantial betting value to outright win the Houston Open, stating Finau was his very first wager placed for this tournament. McClure noted Finau historically performs extremely well at Memorial Park and had a runner-up finish last year despite losing significant strokes putting. With people likely hesitant to back Finau due to recent struggles, McClure believes Finau offers top-tier win equity at undervalued market odds, ranking him third overall behind only Scheffler and McIlroy.

Mike McClure believes Scottie Scheffler is significantly overpriced in betting markets and not a recommended DFS investment this week. Despite Scheffler being listed as the betting favorite around +330, McClure strongly asserts that Scheffler has not been playing like the best golfer in the world lately. He considers Rory McIlroy to clearly be the better golfer right now, yet McIlroy is priced notably better at roughly 7-1 odds. McClure sees Scheffler's odds as too short to offer value given his shaky recent performance trend, especially at such restrictive pricing in both DFS and betting markets.

Mike McClure expressed optimism for Max McGreevy as a top-20 contender at the Valspar Championship in the crowded 7K range. McGreevy's consistent performance, highlighted by recent finishes such as T25 at Mexico and 20th at The Players Championship, underscores his reliability. McClure appreciates McGreevy’s well-rounded metrics, making him a compelling option for DFS lineups seeking stability in this range.

Mike McClure highlighted Viktor Hovland as a candidate for a DFS lineup, despite a rocky round one in his last outing where he lost four strokes with the putter. Hovland recovered with a strong round two and showcased excellent approach play, especially in the crucial 175 to 200 yards proximity range. McClure considers Hovland's ability to bounce back important and sees him as under-owned due to recent struggles, making him an attractive option considering his skill set aligns well with the course challenges.

Mike McClure advocated for Michael Kim as an undervalued DFS play heading into the Valspar Championship, rationalizing that Kim's missed cut at The Players was merely due to two bad drives that skewed his round one results. McClure acknowledged Kim's solid overall play during 2025, highlighting his rebound to form in subsequent rounds and predicting that his recent performance could lead to a discount in ownership. At $8,900, McClure appreciates Kim's ability to bounce back and sees value in his low ownership amidst a packed eight-thousand range.

Mike McClure remains optimistic about Luke Clanton's prospects, citing him as a 'model darling' and one of the top-10 golfers currently in the field despite some recent tapering in performance. With top-tier metrics supporting his model ranking, McClure favors playing Clanton early in DFS lineups, particularly given the absence of major competitors like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy. McClure believes Clanton's upside is significant and foresees him as a valuable play, leveraging strategic lineup construction around his inclusion.

Mike McClure advocated for Alex Smalley as an exciting value play in the $9K range, arguing that while his name recognition doesn't match his past success, his performance does. McClure pointed out Smalley's impressive form throughout 2025 has catapulted him from the $6,000 to the $9,000 range due to top-tier stats. Despite a minor dip in a recent event, Smalley's overall game remains strong and, McClure predicts, his ownership will be lower, making him a great overnight play with significant return potential.

Mike McClure endorsed Will Zalatoris as a strong play ahead of the Valspar Championship despite a T30 finish at the Players Championship. McClure emphasized that Zalatoris's play was, in his view, top-10 caliber, and that the statistical potential was evident throughout most of his rounds. Anticipating that Zalatoris will not be overowned due to the high pricing and perceived underwhelming finish, McClure suggests there is room for sneaky value here as others may underrate him based on recent results that don't reflect his true capabilities.

Mike McClure discussed a strategic approach to playing Xander Schauffele, suggesting it could be a good idea to get ahead of the field if Xander projects with low ownership. McClure pointed out that with Scotty Scheffler and Rory McIlroy out of the picture, Schauffele's lower projected ownership can provide a unique edge if it remains under that of Justin Thomas and Tommy Fleetwood. McClure is inclined to play Xander if his ownership ranks lowest among his competitors, promising a potential for value and differentiation in DFS lineups.

Mike McClure suggested Tommy Fleetwood as the standout player in the 10K range for the Valspar Championship. Despite competition from Justin Thomas, McClure believes Fleetwood offers more value due to his lower pricing and solid metrics. Fleetwood has consistently performed well this year, earning top finishes of third and sixteenth at Valspar in 2023 and 2022. McClure also noted Fleetwood's overall strong statistics, with the only slight weakness being his proximity on 175-200 yard shots. Overall, McClure emphasized Fleetwood's reliable performance and value in comparison to his peers.

SportsLine's Mike McClure suggests backing the world's No. 1-ranked amateur, Luke Clanton, as a compelling 50-1 longshot at the 2025 Valspar Championship. Clanton recently secured his PGA Tour card after a T-18 performance at the Cognizant Classic, marking his second top-20 finish in four PGA appearances this season, along with a T-15 at the Farmers Insurance Open. Clanton continues dominating at Florida State, reinforcing his standing as the top amateur golfer globally, most recently winning another collegiate event. With key elite tour players absent this weekend, the model sees significant betting upside, especially considering Clanton's previous PGA success—including second-place finishes at both the John Deere Classic and the RSM Classic last year. McClure's model predicts Clanton as a high-upside candidate capable of sustaining his amateur dominance at the professional level this week.

Mike McClure's DFS model on SportsLine identified Michael Kim as a valuable longshot at 40-1 odds for the 2025 Valspar Championship. Despite missing the cut at the recent Players Championship, Kim's overall form has been impressive, finishing inside the top-13 in five straight tournaments prior—including standout performances at the WM Phoenix Open (T-2) and the Arnold Palmer Invitational (top-5). Kim ranks ninth on tour in total strokes gained and fourth in scrambling ability, as well as top-15 in sand saves. With a PGA Tour scoring rank of 18th and excellent consistency on Par 4s (12th-ranked), Kim's skillset aligns perfectly with the demands of Copperhead Course, according to McClure's advanced analytics.

Mike McClure's SportsLine model highlights Will Zalatoris as a strong longshot pick at 25-1 for the 2025 Valspar Championship. Zalatoris has made the cut in all six PGA Tour events he's entered so far this year, steadily regaining his form after previously ranking within the world's top-10 players before a herniated disk injury in 2022 sidelined him. Zalatoris ended last season strongly, finishing top-15 in both the FedEx St. Jude Championship and BMW Championship. McClure sees Zalatoris' improved consistency—marked by his ongoing streak of six consecutive made cuts—as evidence of him returning to his peak performance level. Given the weakened field this week at the Copperhead Course, Zalatoris represents compelling betting value, according to the model.

Mike McClure's proven SportsLine model highlights Alex Smalley as an undervalued competitor primed for a surprise achievement at the 2025 Valspar Championship. Currently at appealing odds of 45-1, Smalley brings highly impressive form and key analytical metrics making him a target worth considering. The model emphasizes Smalley's consistency, evidenced by his T-18 finishes or better in five of his seven starts this season. Recently, he performed strongly at the Players Championship, earning a T-14 finish. Crucially, Smalley ranks exceptionally well in significant statistical measures—second in overall scoring average (68.36), third in strokes gained total (1.805), and eleventh in strokes gained off the tee (0.572). Given this toolbox of skill, McClure believes Smalley's betting price represents immense value, offering the potential for a substantial payout.

Mike McClure's SportsLine model is recommending bettors fade previous winner Sam Burns at the 2025 Valspar Championship. Although Burns has outstanding history here, having won in both 2021 and 2022 and scoring a sixth-place finish in 2023, his current form is deeply concerning. In 2025, outside of a T-8 finish at The Sentry, Burns has struggled significantly, recently missing the cut at the Players Championship. Moreover, Burns has finished T-48 or worse in three out of his last four PGA Tour events. Critical driving accuracy stats find Burns languishing at 113th on tour (57.35 percent), coupled with other striking statistics, like ranking 117th in one-putt percentage (38.89 percent) and a notably poor 154th in strokes gained: approach to green (-0.514). McClure sees these underlying stats, coupled with current form trajectory, making him a poor betting choice even at shorter odds, urging bettors to seek stronger values elsewhere.

Mike McClure's model advises fading Xander Schauffele despite being among the favorites at the 2025 THE PLAYERS Championship. Schauffele secured second place in 2024 but has encountered recent injury concerns and inconsistent performances that raise red flags. Coming off a rib injury, Schauffele managed only a T-40 finish at last week's Arnold Palmer Invitational. His stats from that event highlighted notable struggles around the greens, including losing 2.84 strokes putting in the opening round and an additional 1.79 strokes in scrambling. Given these ongoing injury concerns and short-game inconsistencies, McClure’s model predicts Schauffele will struggle at TPC Sawgrass, calling him a poor value pick at current odds.

Mike McClure's model identifies Hideki Matsuyama as a high-value longshot at 30-1 odds for the 2025 THE PLAYERS Championship. Matsuyama thrives at TPC Sawgrass, finishing T-6 or better in his past two appearances in this event. The model highlights Matsuyama's impressive 2025 statistics, such as ranking sixth in strokes gained total (1.641), 12th in strokes gained tee-to-green (1.167), and 13th in one-putt percentage (44.21%). Combined with a recent victory at The Sentry in January and his notable history of excelling in elite fields, Matsuyama offers tremendous betting upside and strong DFS appeal at his current price.