Get ready for a golfing showdown that’s bound to shake things up! The 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is here, and it’s already packed with surprises, bold predictions, and a few controversial twists. Kicking off this Thursday at the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links, this Signature Event marks the first major stop on the 2026 PGA Tour schedule. And guess who’s making his season debut? None other than Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, stepping onto the course with something to prove. But here’s where it gets interesting: despite his title, McIlroy isn’t the favorite this time around. That honor goes to Scottie Scheffler, who’s leading the odds at +300, with McIlroy trailing at +1400. Other contenders like Tommy Fleetwood (+2200) and WM Phoenix Open playoff stars Chris Gotterup and Hideki Matsuyama (+3000) are also in the mix. But here’s the part most people miss: according to the proven golf model at SportsLine, the projected leaderboard is anything but predictable.
Before you finalize your picks, you’ll want to hear this: Chris Gotterup, who’s been on fire this year with two wins in three events, isn’t even cracking the top 10 this week—at least, that’s what the model says. And that’s not all. The real shocker? Kim is projected to finish in the top two, making him a high-reward pick for anyone looking to cash in big. But here’s where it gets controversial: the model is also spotlighting four golfers with odds of +3000 or higher as top-10 contenders, including a massive +5000 sleeper. Could this be the week an underdog steals the show? It’s a bold claim, but one that’s backed by data—and it’s sparking debates among fans and experts alike.
Our proprietary model, crafted by DFS pro Mike McClure, isn’t just throwing darts in the dark. It simulates every PGA Tour tournament 10,000 times, and its track record speaks for itself: it’s been incredibly profitable. For this event, SportsLine ran the simulation 10,000 times, and the results are turning heads. But don’t just take our word for it—this is where you come in. Do you agree with the model’s predictions, or do you think it’s missing something? Is Kim really a top-two contender, or is Gotterup’s exclusion from the top 10 a mistake? Let us know in the comments—we want to hear your take!
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