The Players Championship is often regarded as the most prestigious tournament outside of the majors on the PGA Tour. All eyes are on Scottie Scheffler, who is aiming for an unprecedented third consecutive win at TPC Sawgrass — a feat never accomplished before.
Scheffler, despite being the favorite in every event this season, has yet to secure a victory in 2025. Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa are considered strong contenders, with Morikawa looking to rebound after losing a three-stroke lead in the final round of last week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational.
🔥 Top Odds for The Players Championship 2025
According to BetMGM, Scheffler leads the odds board:
- Scottie Scheffler (+500)
- Rory McIlroy (+1200)
- Collin Morikawa (+1200)
- Ludvig Aberg (+1600)
- Justin Thomas (+2500)
🚀 Sleeper Picks to Watch
- Jason Day (+5000): Coming off an eighth-place finish at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Day is showing strong ball-striking and is a past champion at Sawgrass (2016).
- Denny McCarthy (+8000): McCarthy’s consistency at TPC Sawgrass makes him a sleeper threat, with a career-best finish of 13th in 2023.
- Akshay Bhatia (+10,000): Despite recent struggles, Bhatia’s shot-shaping skills suit TPC Sawgrass, making him a potential surprise.
🏆 Expert Predictions
- Hideki Matsuyama or Ludvig Aberg – Both have secured wins this season and have the consistency and course familiarity to make a strong run.
- Collin Morikawa – Strong iron play and accuracy could give him the edge at Sawgrass despite a mixed track record.
- Ludvig Aberg – Aberg’s recent win at the Genesis Invitational and his local ties to TPC Sawgrass give him a home-course advantage.
📺 How to Watch The Players Championship 2025
The Players Championship will be broadcast live on Golf Channel and NBC, with streaming options available on ESPN+, Peacock, and Fubo.
Thursday, March 13
- ESPN+: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- Golf Channel: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- NBC Sports app: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Friday, March 14
- ESPN+: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- Golf Channel: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- NBC Sports app: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Saturday, March 15
- ESPN+: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- NBC: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
- Peacock: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Sunday, March 16
- ESPN+: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET
- NBC: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. ET
- Peacock: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. ET
With a stacked field and Scheffler chasing history, The Players Championship 2025 promises to deliver thrilling action at TPC Sawgrass!
