Despite not necessarily liking Ludvig Aberg at the Valero Texas Open, Bo McBrayer enthusiastically touts Aberg as an appealing DFS play in his second appearance at Augusta National for The Masters. McBrayer indicates Augusta National suits Aberg's skillset considerably better than TPC San Antonio. Although he doesn't elaborate extensively on specific statistics, McBrayer's enthusiasm centers around Aberg's potential breakout on golf's biggest stage, making him an attractive DFS play due to potential depressed pricing and expected upside.

Pat Fitzmaurice favors using Patrick Reed as a value DFS play for the Masters, highlighting Reed's historical performance at Augusta National. Reed, who won the Green Jacket in 2018, is viewed as an overlooked option because of his current participation in LIV Golf, likely resulting in lower DFS pricing relative to other competitors. Fitzmaurice emphasizes Reed's exceptional short game and strategic course management, both essential success factors at Augusta. He sees Reed's undervaluation as a meaningful opportunity to gain leverage in DFS lineups during the Masters.

Pat Perry viewed Scottie Scheffler's runner-up finish at Houston positively, highlighting Scheffler's putting as a significant factor. While Scheffler didn't win, Perry suggested the week was nearly perfect preparation for Augusta. Scheffler demonstrated solid form without peaking prematurely, providing the ideal mix of solid play and motivation as he heads to Augusta. Perry expressed confidence in Scheffler's trajectory and form heading into The Masters, underscoring that his performance at Houston aligns perfectly with expectations for Augusta.

Pat Perry discussed Rory McIlroy's recent elbow issue (described as an "owie"), suggesting it could serve as a beneficial distraction leading into The Masters. Perry observed that historically Rory places immense pressure on himself heading into Augusta, where he's had past disappointments. Having a minor elbow problem may alleviate some of that mental pressure, allowing Rory to approach Augusta more loosely. Perry expressed optimism that Rory's current excellent form, combined with potentially reduced self-imposed pressure due to this minor injury, positions him favorably for success at the Masters.

Byron Lindeque recommended betting Shane Lowry to finish top-20 in all four majors, citing strong strokes-gained data specifically in majors compared to regular events. Byron explained that Shane performs notably better in major championships than typical tournaments, reflecting heightened motivation and comfort at major venues. He considers Lowry at substantial odds (33-to-1 for top-20 finishes across all four majors) a valuable bet due to Lowry’s documented history of raising his game visibly in big tournaments.

Byron Lindeque enthusiastically endorsed betting Collin Morikawa to finish top-20 in all four majors at 14-to-1 and top-10 at 66-to-1 odds. He pointed out Morikawa's incredible consistency in recent major championships, successfully finishing top-20 in all four majors last year and overall in seven out of his last eight or nine major appearances. Byron highlighted Morikawa’s impressive strokes-gained statistics specifically in majors, emphasizing that while Morikawa hasn't secured recent wins, he has nonetheless delivered elite performances consistently, making him an extremely solid betting target in major championship markets.

Kenny Kim believes Scottie Scheffler is trending toward a strong performance at The Masters following his recent showings. At the last tournament, Scheffler made an impressive comeback effort, nearly converting a critical eagle putt, although faltering slightly on a late approach shot at hole 18. Kim stated Scheffler's form and rust removal look evident and indicated he's ready to compete at Augusta, a course where he's tasted victory twice already and suits his game particularly well. Kim suggested a strong positive outlook for Scheffler's Masters chances, advising backing him either in outright bets or DFS.

Pat Mayo likes Bud Cauley's chances of finishing in the top 10 at +500 odds, despite reservations about the shorter odds. Mayo cites Cauley's excellent recent form, particularly his proficiency in approach—it’s among the best in this field. Over his past two events, Cauley's outstanding short game and scrambling skills were clearly evident (ranked fourth in sand saves, 11th strokes gained around-the-green). Mayo also emphasizes Cauley's iron accuracy, which perfectly matches the course layout of TPC San Antonio, giving confidence Cauley continues his hot streak with another high finish.

Keith Stewart recommends steering clear of Jordan Spieth at Valero, despite Spieth's past success at TPC San Antonio. Stewart highlights Spieth's troubling pattern since returning from wrist surgery: soaring early in the week but fading down the leaderboard by Sunday. Spieth has lost strokes with his irons in four of his last six starts, a concerning trend on a course requiring precise iron play. With Augusta looming next week, Stewart anticipates Spieth's volatility and distractions make him a risky bet this week.

An anonymous swing coach recommends fading Tony Finau despite 33-1 odds, citing persistent struggles in ball-striking and inconsistency resulting from a recent coaching change. Finau has had a disappointing start to 2025, failing to consistently show the elite ball-striking the Oaks Course requires. Given the demanding nature of TPC San Antonio—where four solid rounds are needed—the coach doubts Finau's current form can sustain contention throughout the event.

Pat Mayo strongly endorses Tom Hoge as a high-value play at 100-1 odds, arguing Hoge's recent performances justify a much shorter price. Hoge gained 9.9 strokes on approach at The Players Championship—showcasing his potential to dominate fields with elite iron play. Mayo acknowledges Hoge's shortcomings in the short game but points out those deficiencies are not unique at this price range. Hoge’s upside in approach play significantly outstrips competitors similarly priced, making him a worthy bet at triple-digit odds.

Christopher Powers likes Daniel Berger at 35-1, highlighting Berger's sustained high-quality play since October, where he's missed just one cut in 13 starts. Berger has recorded eight top-25 finishes in this span, including five straight leading into this event. Powers argues that while comeback narratives are understandably focused on names like Woodland and Cauley, Berger's consistency and strong recent form without the Masters-qualification pressure set him apart as an attractive value pick to win at TPC San Antonio.

Pat Mayo is backing Keegan Bradley at 31-1 odds, citing Bradley's solid form entering the Valero Texas Open. Mayo notes that Bradley's ball-striking has been particularly sharp, and he's addressed recent putting woes seen earlier on the West Coast swing. Bradley posted a top-10 finish at TPC San Antonio last year, along with a runner-up finish at Colonial—demonstrating great consistency on Texas courses. Mayo believes this combination of form, course history, and improved putting makes Bradley a strong value this week.

Gianni the Greek backs Lee Hodges at +225 odds for a top 20 finish at the Valero Texas Open. Hodges has quietly shown excellent consistency, missing only one cut in his last ten starts and securing six top-20 showings, including a T-11 at the recent Houston Open. Gianni cites significant improvements in Hodges’ putting performance, shifting from consistently negative to fourth-best in strokes gained putting per round in this field. His driving accuracy and solid iron play further limits the risks of high scores, a key factor in maintaining steady leaderboard positions. Gianni confidently expects Hodges' accurate tee shots and newfound putting confidence to translate into a profitable top-20 finish bet.

Gianni the Greek identifies Ryan Fox as an enticing 70-1 outright winner bet for the Valero Texas Open. Fox recently finished T33 at the Players Championship, a far more challenging field compared to this week's event. Gianni emphasized Fox's strengths—his excellent driving and iron play—and noted significant improvements in his putting at the Houston Open, gaining nearly two and a half strokes on the field. He added that these greens at TPC San Antonio are easier to manage than higher-profile courses like Sawgrass or PGA National, reducing Fox's known putting weaknesses. Considering the tournament typically isn't an ultra-low scoring, birdie-heavy event, Fox's consistent tee-to-green play, combined with improved putting, gives him potential as a dark horse for an outright victory.

Gianni the Greek strongly endorses Ryan Fox at +320 for a top 20 finish at the Valero Texas Open, pointing to Fox's recent golfing performance and consistency. Fox delivered impressive finishes lately, securing a top-20 at the Players Championship in a notably stronger field and following it up with a T15 at the Houston Open. Gianni highlighted Fox's steady, risk-averse approach—keeping himself safely in play off the tee, consistently hitting greens in regulation, and strategically avoiding three putts. His reliable wedge game perfectly aligns with TPC San Antonio's demands. Given the expected low-scoring nature of the course (unlikely to require overly aggressive, birdie-heavy performances), Fox's style greatly enhances his high-value odds for top 20 placement.

Gianni the Greek maintains confidence in Alex Smalley despite consecutive missed cuts, attributing the poor results mostly to isolated incidents and unfortunate stretches rather than sustained bad form. A single bad break on the 18th hole significantly impacted one tournament, while a difficult span of five holes resulted in his missed cut last week, bogeying and double bogeying where he normally excels. Prior to these incidents, Smalley had been delivering some of his career-best golf performance. Gianni feels strongly this sets up a rebound scenario, choosing Smalley at -115 odds in a tournament matchup against Ryan Gerard, highlighting Gerard's over-reliance on his wedge play and struggles around the greens as factors in Smalley's favor.

Gianni the Greek highlights Alex Smalley as a valuable longshot play at the Valero Texas Open despite recent missed cuts. Smalley’s shortfalls were largely attributable to unlucky moments on just a few holes, rather than sustained poor play. Prior to these breaks, Smalley demonstrated strong tournament performances consistently. Gianni sees substantial betting value at high odds, given Smalley’s overall ability, underlying form, and a good fit for conditions at this event, emphasizing Smalley’s potential for significant upside as a betting selection.

Bob Weeks recommended betting Alejandro Tosti at +175 odds to finish as the Top South American at the Valero Texas Open. Weeks explained Tosti will be highly motivated after recent public criticism relating to slow play comments. This added motivation could fuel Tosti's performance, giving his bet excellent potential value.

Bob Weeks recommended betting Tommy Fleetwood as the Top Englishman at +140 odds at the Valero Texas Open. Week's justification was straightforward, suggesting this could finally be the event where Fleetwood captures his first PGA Tour victory, highlighting Fleetwood's talent and solid recent form that positions him favorably among fellow English competitors.

Bob Weeks advised wagering on Keith Mitchell at +160 odds for a Top-20 finish at the Valero Texas Open. Weeks noted Mitchell's solid recent performance, achieving a top-20 result last week in Houston. Mitchell also has an encouraging track record at TPC San Antonio, earning top-20 finishes in his past two appearances, including a tie for 14th place one year ago. Additionally, Weeks referenced Mitchell's elite skill off the tee, where he currently ranks fifth in the PGA Tour's Strokes Gained: Off The Tee statistic, providing considerable value and consistency for a Top-20 bet.

Bob Weeks recommended betting Sam Stevens to finish within the top 20 at +180 for the Valero Texas Open. Weeks explained Stevens is coming off a strong Sunday round of 65 last week, leading to an 18th-place finish that signals positive momentum. Weeks stressed Stevens' proven success at this tournament, finishing tied for second two years ago and tied for 14th last year, bolstered by his strong driving ability that aligns well with the demands of TPC San Antonio.

Bob Weeks identified Gary Woodland as a recommended Top-10 wager at odds of +410 for the Valero Texas Open. Weeks emphasized the emotional and impressive nature of Woodland's recent performance, tying for second place last week in Houston. It marked Woodland's best finish since his U.S. Open win in 2019, coming after a remarkable comeback from brain surgery. Additionally, Weeks cited Woodland's strong course history—recording two top-10 finishes in his previous two starts at TPC San Antonio—as further support for betting Woodland to continue his strong play this week.

Bob Weeks suggested betting Akshay Bhatia for a Top-10 finish at +220 odds for the Valero Texas Open. Weeks pointed out that Bhatia, the defending champion of this event, arrives in outstanding form, accumulating three top-10 finishes in his past four tournaments including an impressive tie for third at the Players Championship. Weeks specifically highlighted Bhatia's greatly improved putting game this season, as he currently ranks ninth on the PGA Tour in Strokes Gained: Putting.

Bob Weeks highlighted Corey Conners as a solid pick to win the Valero Texas Open at +1600 odds. Weeks emphasized Conners' strong recent form, pointing out that he has recorded three consecutive top-10 finishes entering the tournament. He also noted Conners' exceptional course history at TPC San Antonio, having captured both of his PGA Tour victories at this event. Weeks credited Conners' recent improvement on the greens, complementing his consistently stellar ball-striking, as a key reason he's trending towards another potential win.

Cam DaSilva highlighted Tom Hoge as a solid value top-20 pick, noting Hoge’s impressive past results at TPC San Antonio (12th in 2021, 10th in 2018, 9th in 2016) despite skipping this tournament the last three years. DaSilva suggested reducing risk by targeting Hoge in the top-20 market instead of as an outright winner.

Cam DaSilva identified Charley Hoffman at +8000 odds as an intriguing long-shot play for first-round leader, pointing out Hoffman’s past success at TPC San Antonio including a 2016 win and runner-up results in 2019 and 2021. Hoffman’s current ranking of 48th in first-round scoring average for 2025 reinforces the viability of the bet for those looking at a strong value opportunity.

Cam DaSilva recommended Denny McCarthy as a compelling long-shot bet for first-round leader at +4000 odds, emphasizing McCarthy's ability to shoot exceptionally low scores at TPC San Antonio. McCarthy notably shot a final-round 63 last year en route to a playoff, and he currently ranks a solid 29th in first-round scoring average this season on tour.

Cam DaSilva offered caution on Tom Kim as a betting option, voicing concerns about Kim's persistent putting struggles despite numerous attempts to adjust. Although Kim remains a reliable ball-striker, DaSilva believes continued putting issues severely limit his winning and betting upside until improvements occur on the greens.

Cam DaSilva saw excellent matchup betting value in Akshay Bhatia (+110) versus Corey Conners (-140). Though Conners has two wins at TPC San Antonio including in 2023, DaSilva argued this matchup should be closer to even odds because of Bhatia's strong, consistent results throughout the 2025 season, making Bhatia the value bet.

Cam DaSilva advised backing Charley Hoffman for a top-20 finish, pointing to Hoffman's extensive history of success at TPC San Antonio, including a victory in 2016 and two runner-up finishes since then. DaSilva emphasized Hoffman consistently makes this event a focal point and reliably performs well at this venue.

Cam DaSilva recommended Sam Stevens for a top-10 finish, citing his past success at TPC San Antonio with a second-place finish in 2023 and 15th place in 2024. DaSilva reinforced this pick by highlighting Stevens' impressive performance last week in Houston, shooting two rounds of 65 and finishing tied for 18th, underscoring his continuing strong form.

Cam DaSilva tabbed Gary Woodland as a strong top-10 candidate at the Valero Texas Open, leaning on his consistency at TPC San Antonio (sixth in 2021, eighth in 2022), and his runner-up finish in Houston the prior week, signaling his current excellent form.

Cam DaSilva liked Jordan Spieth's odds at a top-10 finish due to strong historical performances at TPC San Antonio, including a win in 2021 and another recent 10th-place finish. DaSilva pointed out Spieth's returned health after fully recovering from a previous wrist injury, allowing him to regain solid form heading into the event.

Cam DaSilva backed Ludvig Aberg for a top-5 finish at the Valero Texas Open, viewing this tournament as a prime opportunity for the favorite to rebound after a missed cut at the Players Championship. DaSilva noted Aberg's elite length and accuracy off the tee, mentioning how well his game suits TPC San Antonio, a course that poses minimal challenges to his style.

Cam DaSilva highlighted Akshay Bhatia as a good value for a top-5 finish at the Valero Texas Open based on strong recent form and course history. As the defending champion, Bhatia is coming off a near-win at the Players Championship in March. DaSilva emphasized Bhatia's combination of length off the tee and steady approach game, plus his significant improvement on the greens, making him fully capable of contending again at TPC San Antonio.

Cody Williams takes Steven Fisk as a top-20 prop bet (+450), highlighting Fisk’s impressive recent statistical profile. Over the last 12 rounds, Fisk ranks seventh in strokes-gained approach and tee-to-green, second in Bogey Avoidance, and ninth in GIR among this field. Despite missing the cut in Houston, Williams believes the accuracy and approach skillset are an ideal fit for TPC San Antonio, making Fisk appealing as a longshot top-20 play.

Matt Vincenzi targets Mac Meissner as a longshot (+12000) noting his deep Texas roots, collegiate record-setting performance at SMU, and current residency in Dallas. Additionally, Meissner recently showcased explosive iron play at Valspar Championship, ranking fourth in strokes-gained approach while gaining 7.72 strokes. Vincenzi finds strong suitability due to local familiarity and current form.

Iain MacMillan sees great value in Henrik Norlander at extremely long +22000 odds for the Valero Texas Open. Citing Norlander’s fourth-place PGA Tour ranking in strokes-gained approach, MacMillan identifies Norlander as a worthy longshot in this weaker field and feels the potential upside makes the risk very attractive even considering potential putting struggles.

Brian Giuffra picks Patrick Cantlay as his Valero Texas Open outright due to his consistent recent success, featuring two top-5 finishes and a T12 at The Players Championship in 2025. Cantlay, winless for three years, has struggled repeatedly with Sunday rounds but Giuffra believes Cantlay's unfamiliarity with any past disappointments at this course—a first-time appearance—is an advantage that could help him find success over all four days.

Cody Williams identifies Gary Woodland as a valuable outright play due to Woodland's impressive recent tee-to-green form, gaining over 5.0 strokes T2G at both Houston and Phoenix. Woodland placed a strong T21 in Phoenix and finished Houston firing a final-round 62, showcasing excellent ball striking. Williams also highlights Woodland's strong previous finishes at TPC San Antonio—T6 and T8 in his past two visits—as evidence he's well-suited for the course.

Brian Kirschner is optimistic about Daniel Berger's chances at the Valero Texas Open, noting a strong return to form so far in 2025. Berger has placed within the top 25 in each of his last four starts, including a T2 at the WMPO, which Kirschner cites as a relevant comp due to similarities in risk-reward TPC design. Berger's history of success in Texas, including a victory at Colonial, further strengthens his credentials as an appealing outright pick.

John Schwarb backs Denny McCarthy as his outright winner for Valero Texas Open due to his strong motivation from losing in a playoff at this event last year. Schwarb also points out McCarthy's excellent and consistent 2025 season thus far—no missed cuts in eight starts and earning five finishes of T16 or better. Coming off a T14 at the Players Championship, McCarthy is fresh and primed for a big redemption week.

Matt Vincenzi is bullish on Jordan Spieth for the Valero Texas Open based on Spieth's exceptional recent iron play. At the Valspar Championship at Copperhead, Spieth gained 7.76 strokes on approach, third-best in the field, demonstrating superior form with his irons. Vincenzi also notes this is one of Spieth's favorite courses, further increasing his appeal as an outright pick.

Iain MacMillan endorsed Denny McCarthy as his outright pick for the Valero Texas Open, highlighting McCarthy's second-place finish last year when he lost in a playoff to Akshay Bhatia. MacMillan also praised McCarthy's excellent strokes-gained approach (27th on Tour) and putting (17th on Tour) skills this season. McCarthy has posted back-to-back top 20 finishes at signature events and figures to capitalize on a weaker-than-usual field.

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.