2026 PGA Tour Season: 5 Burning Questions
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- After several weeks off, the 2026 PGA Tour season kicks off on thursday with the Sony Open in Hawaii.
- Josh Schrock, news editor (@Schrock_And_Awe): I'm going to take the field.
check in every week for the unfiltered opinions of our writers and editors as they break down the hottest topics in the sport, and join the conversation by tweeting us at @golf_com. This week, we preview the 2026 season, Scottie Scheffler’s outlook and who will win their first major in 2026.
After several weeks off, the 2026 PGA Tour season kicks off on thursday with the Sony Open in Hawaii. Last week, we touched on some bold predictions for this year, so this week, we’ll jump into the second part of our season preview.Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Tour Player of the Year award the last four years, so are you taking Scheffler or the field in 2026?
Josh Schrock, news editor (@Schrock_And_Awe): I’m going to take the field. Scottie just continues to get better,but eventually he’s not going to win everything. At least, I think.
Sean Zak, senior writer (@Sean_Zak): It would be a bit stunning not to see Scheffler win three times in 2026. That feels like his floor! So who is gonna beat that? Rory mcilroy could take the crown, sure, but it would have to happen in the biggest events. If Jon Rahm was a PGA Tour golfer, maybe I’d feel differently, but he’s not. So I’ll take Scheffler against the field.
Jack Hirsh, associate equipment editor (@JR_HIRSHey): Yeah, it’s tough to bet against Scheffler.Last year, we were wondering how he would top a seven-win season. How about by winning six more times and doubling his major total to set up a potential Grand Slam completion on Long Island this summer? Depending on how I feel on a given day,I sometimes think Rory McIlroy can be the better player at his best,but he’s just not on every week like Scheffler is now. You just can’t bet against that kind of sustained greatness.
2026 PGA Tour Predictions: Overview
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Predictions regarding winners on the 2026 PGA Tour have been made by several golf analysts, including those featured in a recent article. These predictions focus on potential victories for players like jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, Sepp Straka, Justin Rose, Gary Woodland, and Adam Scott. As of January 12, 2026, these remain predictions, with no events having taken place to confirm or deny them.
PGA Tour Player Predictions
Several analysts have offered predictions for the 2026 PGA Tour season, focusing on potential winners and major championship contenders.
Jordan Spieth’s Potential Victory at Pebble Beach
Jordan Spieth is predicted to win at Pebble Beach in February 2026. Spieth has a strong history at Pebble Beach, having won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in 2017 (PGA Tour History). He finished T3 in the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble beach.
Rickie Fowler’s Potential Victory at the RBC Heritage
Rickie fowler is predicted to win the RBC Heritage in 2026. fowler won the RBC Heritage in 2023 (PGA Tour History), demonstrating his capability to succeed at Harbour Town Golf Links.
Sepp Straka as a Potential Major Champion
Sepp straka is predicted to become a major champion in 2026.Straka won the 2023 John Deere Classic (PGA Tour History), marking his first PGA Tour victory. He has shown consistent performance and is considered a rising star in professional golf.
Predictions for Justin Rose, Gary Woodland, and Adam Scott
Analysts predict that Justin Rose, Gary Woodland, and Adam Scott will collectively win three times in 2026, with each player achieving a Top 5 finish in a major championship. Justin Rose won the 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach pro-Am (PGA Tour History). Gary Woodland won the 2019 U.S. Open (USGA Past Champions). Adam Scott won the 2013 Masters Tournament (Masters Tournament Past Champions), demonstrating their past success and potential for continued competitive play.