The PGA Tour may not consider it one of the major championships anymore, but the title still remains, and golfers are preparing to avoid the Players Championship cut line. Though Scottie Scheffler remains as the favorite in the Players Championship odds, he’ll need to be in top form, because even one of the game’s greatest isn’t safe from the cut line. And don’t be surprised to see some Players Championship sleeper picks make it to the weekend rounds, as longshots have had a solid start to the 2025 season.
The 2024 Players Championship cut line settled at -1, and Data Golf is giving it a 40.9% chance that’s where it finishes again this year, which would send the following players home at the moment:
Player
Total
Ludvig Aberg
-1
Corey Conners
-1
Tommy Fleetwood
-1
Si Woo Kim
-1
Shane Lowry
E
Xander Schauffele
E
Sahith Theegala
+1
Mackenzie Hughes
+1
Hideki Matsuyama
+2
Justin Thomas
+6
Before considering placing bets on the Players Championship cut line, it wouldn’t hurt to do a bit of research to enhance your odds of success. We suggest checking out the layout of the course, which can reveal challenging areas that may impact players based on their past performances on similar courses. Additionally, analyzing a player’s current form, whether they are on a hot or cold streak, can provide valuable insights. Lastly, remember to account for weather conditions as it can significantly influence the outcome of each golf shot.
Keep checking back as we update the article with odds of who will make/miss the 2025 Players Championship cut line.
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Players Championship projected cut line latest
If you’re interested in staying informed about the Players Championship cut line, we have a few reliable choices we highly recommend. While the PGA Tour provides updates, their information may not always be completely accurate. For the most precise forecasts, our preferred option is Data Golf. They offer highly accurate predictions and probabilities on where the cut line is expected to fall – often hitting it spot on.
Betting on the Players Championship cut line
In golf tournaments, there is a cut line that determines which golfers get to continue playing in the tournament and which ones are eliminated. Usually, the top players with the lowest scores after the first two rounds make the cut and get to play the weekend rounds.
As a bettor, you can use the cut line to help determine your bets by taking into consideration how certain players perform in the first two rounds. If you see a player consistently making the cut in past tournaments, they might be a safe bet to make the cut in the current one as well. But remember, nothing is a guarantee.
Odds to make the cut
Player
Odds
Scottie Scheffler
-1600
Rory McIlroy
-650
Collin Morikawa
-650
Ludvig Aberg
-360
Justin Thomas
-360
Tommy Fleetwood
-310
Xander Schauffele
-310
Hideki Matsuyama
-270
Russell Henley
-270
Patrick Cantlay
-250
Odds to miss the cut
Player
Odds
Wyndham Clark
+104
Sam Burns
+116
Keegan Bradley
+144
Corey Conners
+144
Sungjae Im
+166
Shane Lowry
+174
Patrick Cantlay
+174
Russell Henley
+186
Hideki Matsuyama
+186
Justin Thomas
+235
Odds provided by FanDuel – accurate as of March 11
Players Championship cut rule
The cut rule in golf is an important aspect of that determines which players get to continue competing over the weekend and which players are eliminated after the first two rounds. In most professional golf tournaments, including PGA Tour events and major championships, the cut is typically made after the second round, which is usually the halfway point of the tournament.
The cut line is usually set at a specific score relative to par, such as the top 70 players and ties, or the top 65 players and ties. Players who finish above the cut line get to continue playing in the tournament over the weekend and compete for higher placements and prize money. On the other hand, players who finish below the cut line are eliminated from the tournament and do not get to play the final two rounds.
Over the past few years, the Players Championship cut line has seen a bit of change, but not too much. Way back in 2021 the cut line settled at E, while in 2022 and 2023 it was set at +2, and last year it finished at -1:
Year
Cut line
2024
-1
2023
+2
2022
+2
2021
E
2020
Cancelled
Players Championship projected cut line FAQs
How is the cut line determined for the Players Championship?
Qualifying for Round 3 and Round 4 at the Players Championship requires placement among the leading 70 players (or ties) above the cut line. Missing this threshold leads to a golfer being eliminated from the event. This ensures progression for only the top contenders, while ruling out individuals who do not meet the specified criteria.
What does it mean to make the cut in golf?
Securing a position above the cut line is vital in golf events to progress to subsequent rounds and vie for lucrative prizes. Meeting this requirement is pivotal for maintaining a high level of competition and targeting rewards in the tournament’s later stages. Exceeding the cut line opens doors to triumph and potential financial benefits for golfers.
Do you get paid if you miss the cut at the Players Championship?
Failing to make the cut at the Players Championship means players miss out on the opportunity to play for cash prizes. The total amount a player can earn is contingent upon their display over the course of all four rounds. Falling short of the cut excludes a golfer from getting paid for participating.
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