The FedEx Cup Playoffs are officially underway — and the action kicks off this weekend at TPC Southwind in Memphis. For the top 70 players in the season standings, this is where it gets real.
Three events. One $18 million prize. And no more room for coasting.
Let’s break down what you need to know heading into this week’s FedEx St. Jude Championship and who we’ve got our eye on as the leaderboard heats up.
Quick Facts: FedEx St. Jude at a Glance
- Dates: August 7–10, 2025
- Location: TPC Southwind – Memphis, Tennessee
- Course: Par 70, Bermuda greens, tight fairways, water everywhere
- Format: 72-hole, no-cut field
- Advancement: Only the Top 50 move on to next week’s BMW Championship
- Translation? It’s go time.
The Course: TPC Southwind
If you’re not accurate off the tee here, you’re fishing for Pro V1s.
- Narrow landing zones
- Trouble lurking on 11 holes
- Bermuda rough that doesn’t believe in second chances
This course rewards control and punishes ambition. Guys who can shape it both ways and keep it in play are going to separate fast.
Players to Watch
Scottie Scheffler – Business as Usual
- Odds: +280
- The #1 player in the world and FedEx Cup points leader. He's had a historically consistent year, and unless his putter completely disappears, he’s the guy to beat.
Justin Thomas – Time to Prove It
- Odds: +2200
- A strong summer run has JT back in playoff form. He's talked about being “refreshed and ready,” and this is the kind of high-stakes week where he tends to shine.
Hideki Matsuyama – Quiet Killer
- Odds: +3500
- Defending champ. Four straight Top 20s at Southwind. Doesn’t say much, doesn’t need to. His short game does all the talking.
Sleepers & Solid Picks
Kurt Kitayama (+8000)
A steady ball-striker with a recent win. If he catches a little heat, he could easily make a Sunday charge.
Patrick Rodgers (+15000)
No-nonsense swing, great iron game, and a streaky putter. A deep flyer — but not out of the question.
Lucas Glover (+6000)
He’s won here before. If his putting holds, don’t be surprised if he’s in the mix.
Where to Watch
- Thursday–Friday: Golf Channel
- Saturday–Sunday: NBC & Golf Channel
- Streaming: ESPN+ (all-day featured groups and full coverage options)
Tweet Tweet Takeaway
This isn’t your typical Tour stop. With no cut, the pressure ramps up fast — and the leaderboard can shift in a heartbeat. Every shot matters, especially for guys on the bubble trying to claw their way into the Top 50.
Expect tight scoring, a few water-induced meltdowns, and a packed Sunday leaderboard.
We’ll be watching closely — and recapping it all the Tweet Tweet way.
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This is playoff golf. Let’s enjoy the ride.