Brandon Gdula likes Andrew Putnam as a lower-priced DFS option at $8,500. Putnam ranks highly (sixth over his past 50 rounds) in strokes gained approach through putting—a crucial skill for success at TPC San Antonio. Gdula finds the golfer consistently matches the course demands well, potentially providing a stable floor for DFS lineups even though his overall upside may be somewhat capped compared to flashier options.

Kenny Kim's Hustler Play of the Week is Andrew Putnam, primarily due to his historically strong course performance at Valero Texas Open despite two recent missed cuts. Kenny clarified those missed cuts occurred at events (Players Championship and Valspar) where Putnam historically struggles. Highlighting Putnam’s strengths in good drive percentage, iron play from key yardages (150-200 yards), and past proven results at this specific course, Kim expects his ownership to remain below double digits, therefore representing significant DFS leverage potential.

Eric Polzin identified Andrew Putnam as a solid DFS choice based on his continually improving tournament results at this event, moving from a missed cut to finishes of 31st, 28th, and finally 14th last year. Although his recent form rank (52nd) is a drawback, Putnam's top 10 specialist rank and solid consistency (24th stat fit, 28th overall model rank) offer relatively safe appeal in DFS lineups.

Pat Mayo notes Andrew Putnam possesses an attractive profile for the Valero Texas Open, ranking ninth in good drives gained. Mayo mentioned Putnam excels broadly in required metrics for TPC San Antonio, specifically praising his consistent approach play. While acknowledging Putnam's weaknesses in long par-3 performance and suboptimal par-5 scoring, Mayo views Putnam's overall solid metrics—including his approach game accuracy and reliable tee ball—as making him a worthwhile fantasy and betting consideration this week.