Collin Morikawa ($11,100) is another fade for Andrade, who said the two-time major winner appears "all over the place mentally" and lacks the recent consistency required to navigate Portrush’s demanding second-shot test. Andrade prefers using that salary on steadier tee-to-green options in the same range.

Andrade is avoiding Bryson DeChambeau at $11,300, arguing that his power-centric game has historically failed to translate to links golf. With Portrush punishing errant tee shots via internal OB and pot bunkers, Andrade views the bomber as overpriced risk compared to similarly salaried options.

Kristoffer Reitan ($7,700) earned Andrade’s endorsement after a T13 at the Scottish Open marked his sixth top-15 in eight starts. Andrade emphasized Reitan’s strength off the tee—valuable given Portrush’s internal OB—and a recently hot putter. That combination gives the Norwegian cut-making safety with upside for GPP dart throws.

Andrade called Nick Taylor his top bargain at $8,200. The Canadian has seven top-25s in his last eight events, including a solo 4th at the Memorial. Taylor has gained on approach in every start over that stretch and sits 11th in SG: Approach, 12th in GIR%, 22nd in driving accuracy, and 50th in scrambling on the season— a stat mix Andrade thinks translates beautifully to Portrush’s demanding tee shots and small targets.

At $9,000, Harry Hall made Andrade’s mid-tier because he’s on a run of seven straight top-25s and 12 straight cuts. Hall ranks 15th in SG: Around-the-Green, 8th in scrambling, 3rd in SG: Putting, 1st in putts per hole, 3rd in birdie average, 8th in bogey avoidance, and 3rd in par-4 scoring. Andrade believes that scoring profile is perfect for leveraging Portrush’s raised greens and potential rain-softened conditions.

Andrade recommended Matt Fitzpatrick at $9,900 after a T4 in Scotland marked his third top-10 and fifth top-25 in seven starts. The Englishman’s recent run features improved driving accuracy, tighter irons, and trademark scrambling. He’s made five consecutive Open cuts and was T20 the last time Royal Portrush hosted in 2019, giving Andrade confidence in both cash and single-entry builds.

Calling $10,200 "too cheap," Andrade pointed to Russell Henley’s top-15 ranks in driving accuracy, SG: Approach, GIR%, proximity, and SG: Around-the-Green. Henley rides finishes of T5-T10-T2 and already has eight top-10s in 2025. He placed solo 5th at last year’s Open, and Andrade expects the same fairway-first formula to thrive on Portrush’s 60 strategic bunkers and elevated greens.

Andrade touted Viktor Hovland at $10,700 because he sits 2nd to Scheffler in SG: Approach and leads the PGA Tour in approach shots outside 100 yards, a key yardage range on the long Portrush par-4s. Despite an inconsistent short game, Hovland has made eight straight cuts, winning the Valspar, finishing solo 3rd at the U.S. Open, and T11 last week in Scotland. He owns three top-15s in four Open appearances, reinforcing his ceiling for GPPs.

Andrade backed Tommy Fleetwood as a core play, noting he ranks 9th in SG: Approach, 17th in SG: Around-the-Green, and keeps it straight off the tee—critical on Portrush’s narrow corridors and internal OB. Fleetwood has four top-7s in his last eight worldwide starts and four top-12s in his past six Opens. Andrade highlighted the Englishman’s seven DP World Tour wins and historically high DFS floor as reasons to lock him in at $11,500.

Ryan Andrade said Scottie Scheffler is still worth the $13,900 FanDuel tag even though his ownership could dip on a links track. Scheffler has stacked ten straight top-10 finishes, owns four solid Open results (T8-T21-T23-T7), and pairs elite driving accuracy with the tour’s best irons and deft touch around the greens—traits Andrade believes counter Portrush’s penal fairway bunkers and raised greens.

Ryan Andrade advised fading Shane Lowry in OAD despite the romantic 2019 Portrush win storyline. Lowry is still driving it straight and solid on approach, but the rest of his bag has cratered: he has lost strokes around the green in four of his last five starts and ranks 136th on Tour this season in SG: Putting. Andrade noted the defending venue champ will draw heightened attention, so burning him now both eats ownership and risks minimal payout. He would rather stash Lowry for a potential playoff rebound once the short-game funk subsides.

Ryan Andrade said Jordan Spieth is the perfect high-upside OAD bullet when you have nothing to lose (he sits 26th in his pool). Andrade acknowledged two red flags – a lingering neck issue and the birth of Spieth’s third child last week that likely trimmed prep time – but argued the Texan’s Open resume outweighs them. Spieth has made the cut in all 11 Open starts, piling up five top-10s, eight top-25s and the 2017 Claret Jug at Royal Birkdale. Current form is better than people think: four top-10s and eight top-25s in 15 starts this season. Andrade highlighted that Spieth is “driving it exceptionally well,” his irons are trending up, and his short-game remains elite – the exact skill set needed for Royal Portrush’s raised greens and tight runoffs.

Ryan Andrade suggests rookie Isaiah Salinda as a highly enticing DFS selection at his budget-friendly price. Salinda has made six straight cuts and achieved his best iron-play numbers of the year during last week's T11 in Houston. Andrade highlights Salinda's elite driving (sixth in SG: Off-the-Tee and total driving) and scoring prowess (13th in birdie-or-better conversion), making him especially appealing at a setup like TPC San Antonio, which rewards precise driving and aggressive iron play.

Ryan Andrade strongly endorses Lee Hodges as a sleeper DFS pick following his impressive T11 return performance last week after nearly two months sidelined due to a rib injury. Hodges has made eight consecutive cuts with five top-16 placements in that span. Andrade highlights Hodges' excellent statistical fit for TPC San Antonio: 4th in total driving, 33rd in GIR percentage, 13th in scrambling, and 6th in SG Putting. Hodges also owns a strong historical showing here, finishing T6 two years ago, enhancing his DFS appeal as a sneaky value play.

Ryan Andrade sees Steven Fisk as one of the biggest DFS bargains available, noting Fisk leads the PGA Tour in Ball-Striking statistics, ranked first in total driving and fifth in GIR percentage. Andrade mentioned Fisk's strong recent form (T17, T4, and T28 in his last five starts) as another reason to roster him. Additionally, Fisk ranks 27th in SG Around-the-Green and first in total eagles this season—a significant scoring upside at his affordable DFS price point, especially on a challenging course demanding high-quality ball-striking.

Ryan Andrade recommended Bud Cauley as an undervalued DFS option given his impressive recent resurgence. In his last eight tournaments, Cauley made seven cuts, secured five top-30 finishes, and comes off back-to-back top-6 results. Highlighting his second-place ranking in SG Approach at the Valspar Championship (+8 shots), Andrade emphasized that Cauley's game fits TPC San Antonio perfectly, backed further by his top-five placement in SG Total and adjusted scoring average this season.

Ryan Andrade identified Daniel Berger as a prime DFS value this week given his remarkable comeback in 2025. Berger has recorded finishes of T2, 12th, T25, T15 and T20 in recent starts, earning him a Masters invite and vaulting him to the top 50 in the world rankings. Berger showcases consistent excellence across the board this season—5th in total driving, 22nd in proximity, 13th in SG Around-the-Green, and 45th in SG Putting, making him an appealing DFS play at his price point.

Ryan Andrade considers Keegan Bradley an exceptional cash game option due to his elite ball-striking prowess. Bradley ranks top-25 in SG: Off-the-Tee, total driving, SG: Approach and proximity metrics this season. Highlighting Bradley's steadiness, Andrade pointed out that since his win at the BMW Championship, Bradley owns four top-10 finishes and only one missed cut in 10 starts. Additionally, Bradley has historically played well at TPC San Antonio, missing the cut just once in six appearances with two top-10 finishes, further bolstering his DFS selection value.

Ryan Andrade is optimistic about Patrick Cantlay's prospects at his Valero Texas Open debut, citing his balanced skill-set and impressive recent consistency. Cantlay ranks inside the top 47 in every strokes gained category, leads the PGA Tour in par-5 scoring, and is third in GIR percentage. Andrade noted Cantlay has gone 13 straight events finishing T33 or better. Despite it being his first appearance at TPC San Antonio, Andrade anticipates a strong performance gauging from Cantlay's elite metrics and consistent form, making him a strong DFS option.

Ryan Andrade is heavily bullish on Corey Conners for this week's Valero Texas Open, highlighting his exceptional recent form and outstanding course history as factors. Conners finished 3rd, T6, and T8 in his last three starts, gaining strokes across all categories but especially with impressive numbers off the tee and on approach. Andrade emphasized Conners' strengths in mid-to-long iron proximities, fitting perfectly at TPC San Antonio, a course that typically requires longer approaches. Conners is also seeking his third career victory at this particular event, solidifying confidence in making him a cornerstone DFS selection this week.