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Wyndham Championship: Experts Reveal Who They’re Riding Now
PGA TOUR Expert Picks: Wyndham Championship Fantasy & Betting Guide
Published 2 days ago • 2 min read
What’s This All About?
Imagine you’re picking a team for a video game, but instead of made-up characters, you’re choosing real pro golfers. Each week, experts from PGATOUR.COM share their best picks for two games:
- Fantasy Golf – Build a roster, earn points based on how your players perform
- Betting – Predict specific outcomes (like "Player X finishes in Top 10")
BIG NEWS FOR 2026: The PGA TOUR Fantasy Game got a major upgrade! Now you can swap players during the tournament (after each round). Plus, there’s a Captain spot that earns double points.
How the Fantasy Game Works (ELI5 Version)
Think of it like a salary cap league but with a twist:
| Rule | What It Means |
|---|---|
| 4 Starters + 1 Captain | Pick 4 golfers to start. One is your "Captain" – their points count 2x! |
| 2 Bench Players | Two backups. After each round (Thursday, Friday, Saturday), you can swap a starter for a bench player. |
| Usage Limits | Each golfer can only be used 3 times per season segment (there are 3 segments per year). Choose wisely! |
This Week’s Expert Picks
Will Gray (Senior Manager, TOUR & Golfbet Editorial)
| Pick | Bet Type | Odds | Why He Likes It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blades Brown | Top 20 Finish | +265 | Mostly plays on Korn Ferry Tour, but missed a playoff by 1 shot last week. Has game to compete at Sedgefield. |
| Nico Echavarria | Top South American | +188 | It’s basically him vs. Emiliano Grillo. Nico has finished T22 or better the last 2 years here. |
Chris Breece (Senior Content Manager, Golfbet)
| Pick | Bet Type | Odds | Why He Likes It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Gerard over Jackson Koivun | 72-Hole Matchup | +110 (FanDuel) | Gerard’s on a top-10 streak. Koivun’s good (on Chris’s fantasy bench), but Gerard’s the better value as an underdog. |
| Tom Kim | Top 10 with Ties | +330 (FanDuel) | Loves this course + playing great lately. "Great number" for a bet that pays if he ties for 10th. |
PRO TIP: Rob Bolton (Golfbet’s Fantasy Insider) breaks down the entire field in this week’s Power Rankings. Read it for deeper intel!
Want to Play Against the Experts?
The PGA TOUR Experts League is free and open to everyone. Here’s how to join:
Step-by-Step: Join the League
- Go to fantasygolf.pgatour.com
- Sign up (new) or Log in (returning)
- Create your team name
- Click the "LEAGUES" tab
- Click "JOIN A LEAGUE"
- Search for "PGA TOUR Experts league"
- Join and start picking!
Now you can see how your picks stack up against Will, Chris, and the rest of the PGATOUR.COM crew every single week.
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Quick Summary
- New 2026 Fantasy Rules: In-tournament swaps + Captain (2x points) = more strategy!
- Usage Cap: Each golfer = max 3 starts per season segment (3 segments/year).
- This Week’s Best Bets:
- Blades Brown (Top 20, +265) – Hot hand, Korn Ferry standout
- Nico Echavarria (Top SA, +188) – Course history king
- Ryan Gerard > Jackson Koivun (Matchup, +110) – Value on the streak
- Tom Kim (Top 10, +330) – Course fit + current form
- Free Game: Join the PGA TOUR Experts League and compete vs. the pros.
- Deeper Dive: Read Rob Bolton’s Power Rankings for full field analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does "+265" or "+110" mean?
Those are American odds.
- +265: Bet $100 to win $265 profit (total $365 back).
- +110: Bet $100 to win $110 profit.
Positive numbers = underdog. Negative numbers (e.g., -150) = favorite (bet $150 to win $100).
2. What is a "72-Hole Matchup"?
You’re betting on who finishes with the lower total score after all 4 rounds (Thursday–Sunday). It doesn’t matter where they place in the tournament—just Player A vs. Player B.
3. What does "Top 10 w/ties" mean?
Your bet wins if the player finishes 10th place OR BETTER. If 5 guys tie for 8th, they all count as Top 10. (Without "w/ties," ties might reduce your payout.)
4. Can I change my fantasy roster after the tournament starts?
YES! That’s the big 2026 change. After each round (Thursday, Friday, Saturday), you can swap a starter for one of your 2 bench players. Use this if your starter plays poorly or gets injured!
5. What are "season segments"?
The PGA TOUR season is split into 3 segments. You can only use each golfer 3 times per segment. Once you hit 3, you can’t pick them again until the next segment starts. Plan your stars for the biggest weeks!
Happy picking, and may your Captain go low!
