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The First Cut Golf

CBS Sports, Golf, PGA Golf Tour, PGA, LIV Golf, Golf Picks, Golf Bets, Tiger Woodswww.cbssports.com
The First Cut takes you inside the ropes of the golf world, on the PGA Tour and beyond. Tournament previews and picks, deep dives into the players and storylines that matter in the sport of golf. Rick Gehman (@RickRunGood) and Greg DuCharme (@therealGFD) join us every week for PGA Tour DFS, betting picks and information you need to know to win your 'One and Done' pools. Patrick McDonald (@pmcdonaldCBS) and Mark Immelman (@mark_immelman) bring you the news to know and expert analysis on the world's most elite players.---'First Cut' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. For more golf coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/golf/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/
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Episodes

Jim Nantz, Lexi Thompson, Sean Martin (01/29)

Kyle recaps the PGA Merchandise show and Sean Martin of PGATour.com joins to preview the weekend. First, Kyle's discussions recorded in Orlando with Jim Nantz (6:20) and Lexi Thompson (13:53) along with the coolest thing he saw at the show. Then Sean Martin joins fresh off Torrey Pines to talk about Tiger Woods' first win there (23:35), how to assess the performances from both Justin Rose and Adam Scott (29:00), expectations for Hideki Matsuyama (38:13) and expert picks for the Waste Management ...

Jan 29, 201957 min

Justin Rose reminded everyone he's No. 1 (01/27)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Justin Rose's win and Tiger Woods' performance and Torrey Pines over the weekend. First, how Justin Rose elevated himself against a leaderboard of the game's top talent (5:08), what to make of Tiger's charge on Sunday (20:43) and then other weekend takeaways, including Bryson's win on the European Tour and Rory's showing in his first run at the Farmer's Open (34:10). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/...

Jan 28, 20191 hr

Tiger making 2019 debut at Torrey Pines (01/21)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson look ahead to Tiger Woods' 2019 PGA Tour debut at the Farmers Insurance Open. After Adam Long held off Phil Mickelson at the Desert Classic, Kyle and Chip break down what it means for Long (0:34) and whether this is an indicator of what to expect from Lefty moving forward (6:07). Plus, weekend takeaways from Jon Rahm and Justin Rose (11:20) and a preview of the action at Torrey Pines with Tiger, Rory, Rickie and more all in the star-studded field (19:40). To learn ...

Jan 21, 201939 min

Jordan Spieth sounds lost, Desert Classic preview (01/15)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the weekend action in golf. First, why keeping an eye on the European Tour is worth it this weekend (1:31), Augusta National hosting a women's amateur (5:37) and the ceiling for Matt Kuchar in 2019 (8:03). Plus, whether to be concerned by Jordan Spieth's quotes from Hawaii (16:24) and the Desert Classic preview with picks to win (23:45). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more ab...

Jan 15, 201934 min

On Kuchar and tipping (01/13)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson review Matt Kuchar's win at the Sony Open. First, addressing the reports of Kuchar short-changing local a caddie in the fall (2:40) then on to breaking down what the win means for his 2019 season (14:28). Plus, why there's major cause for concern with Jordan Spieth missing the cut (18:16), where JT fell short and other observations from the weekend action (22:48). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-p...

Jan 14, 201937 min

Sony Open Preview (01/09)

PGATour.com's Sean Martin joins Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson to preview the weekend action in golf. First, the value of a Ryder Cup captain (3:24), Rory's clutch gene, and how quickly we react to introspection from golf's top stars (11:28), Sean weighs in Kyle's top American golfers under 30 rankings (20:10) and finally the Sony Open preview (29:15) with picks to win and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more...

Jan 09, 201941 min

Xander steals one in Hawaii (01/06)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap an epic comeback win for Xander Schauffele in the Tournament of Champions. The conversation includes where Xander ranks among the best players under 30 (4:15), Bryson DeChambeau putting with the pin in (12:44), whether to panic about Rory's Sunday struggles (18:30), Justin Thomas' sneaky-great week (25:15) and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Jan 07, 201938 min

Tournament of Champions preview (01/02)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the first event of the 2019 golf calendar, the Tournament of Champions from Hawaii. First, reaction to reports of the PGA Tour adding on-course interviews during tournaments (1:32), Rory's decision to prioritize the PGA Tour over the European Tour (7:50), Kyle's nine fearless predictions for 2019 (14:03) and both a preview and picks for the weekend action in Hawaii (27:27). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac...

Jan 03, 201935 min

Top Storylines in Golf for 2019 (12/28)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down the top storylines that will dominate the sport in 2019. First, Tiger pulling out of the Tournament of Champions (1:25), whether we should expect any equipment changes in 2019 (11:30), who will be this year's Brooks Koepka (18:36) and why both Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth's response to their respective 2018 performances will be the biggest storylines of the year (25:47). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...

Dec 28, 201836 min

Top 5 events of 2018 (12/13)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson rank their favorite events from the 2018 season. First, a check on the stock of several stars heading into 2019 with buy/sell (2:19), including debates about Bryson DeChambeau (5:44) and the expectations for Tiger Woods (13:01). Then it's on to stacking the majors and best non-major events against each other the reveal of Kyle and Chip's top five events from 2018 (18:05). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/p...

Dec 13, 201840 min

Grading Tiger's 2018 comeback year (12/5)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson review Jon Rahm's win and review Tiger Woods' memorable 2018. First, breaking down the current state of Tiger's game after back-to-back rough showings (0:43), what we can expect from Jon Rahm in 2019 (7:22), then grading Tiger's 2018 comeback season (15:15), including his issues with the putter (24:00) and how over-under picks for Tiger Woods' wins in 2019 (25:16). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...

Dec 05, 201832 min

The Match was Phil's wheelhouse (11/24)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Phil Mickelson's win against Tiger Woods in The Match. First, grading the viewing experience (2:00), the best moments from the side bets (8:00), what to expect from the future of "The Match" franchise (12:30) and why Phil is always going to be more comfortable than Tiger in this situation (19:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastc...

Nov 24, 201831 min

Tiger-Phil preview (11/19)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the upcoming holiday weekend match between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. Topics include: Charles Howell III win at the RSM Classic (2:00), picking our favorite props (10:00) for "The Match," the motivations for both players (14:00) and realistic expectations for the actual golf we'll see on Friday, including a best case scenario and the match winner. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-polic...

Nov 19, 201826 min

The youth movement is real (11/14)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss the latest in golf. First, the winners and losers of the Rory scheduling drama (2:00), where Zach Johnson stands among the great golfers of this era (14:00), how the PGA Tour is getting younger and what it means for players in their late 30s (20:00), and expert picks for the RSM Classic in Sea Island (28:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ht...

Nov 14, 201834 min

Time to sell your Bryson stock (11/7)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson react to Bryson DeChambeau's win in Las Vegas over the weekend. First, Kyle explains why he's selling his Bryson stock (5:00), and there's a debate about whether he's a top-five golfer right now (15:00). Then its on to Jordan Spieth's trend line heading into 2019 (23:30), Justin Rose taking over the No. 1 world ranking (27:15) and expectations for the weekend action in Mexico (33:15). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.au...

Nov 07, 201837 min

Expectations for Jordan Spieth in 2019 (10/31)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down where Xander Schauffele stands among his peers after his third win (2:00) and other takeaways from the HSBC Champions (14:00). Plus, where Jordan Spieth's benchmark should be for 2019 (24:00), and a preview the weekend action in Las Vegas (29:45). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 31, 201832 min

Why being No. 1 in the world might be underrated (10/22)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down Brooks Koepka's win at the C-J Cup, his rise to No. 1 in the World Rankings and debate how much value should be placed in being in No. 1 (2:00). Plus, checking in on our excitement levels for the Tiger-Phil Thanksgiving Pay-Per-View event (20:30) and a preview of the WGC-HSBC Champions (26:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcas...

Oct 22, 201839 min

What current American star might be the next Johnny Miller? (10/17)

With Johnny Miller stepping away from the booth, Kyle and Chip predict which current Americans might have a path to television in their future (1:00). Then it's on to the hard evidence and reasoning behind why Tiger's 2019 will be better than his breakout 2018 season (20:00) and expert picks for the CJ Cup this weekend in South Korea (27:15). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/...

Oct 17, 201840 min

JT is the headliner, Xander's a sleeper, more Malaysia preview (10/10)

CBS Sports senior golf writer Kyle Porter joins Chip Patterson to preview the weekend on the PGA Tour. First is a deep dive into the complicated turnaround from one season to the next in the fall around the PGA Tour Player of the Year announcement (2:00) and what changes might coming to the fall schedule starting in 2019 when the PGA Championship moves to may (19:00). Then expert picks and a preview for the CIMB Championship and a discussion examining whether Xander Schauffele is overrated (25:0...

Oct 10, 201837 min

Talking through the U.S. Ryder Cup defeat (10/1)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the 2018 Ryder Cup, explaining why the United States' performance was embarrassing (3:00), why the European side has been so dominant in this series on European soil (10:00), but also the positive takeaways -- like the Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas pairing (17:40) and the stellar play of Webb Simpson (38:45). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ht...

Oct 02, 201847 min

Ryder Cup Preview (9/26)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson lay out their final predictions and expectations for the Ryder Cup. Topics include official score prediction (3:00), whether the Patrick Reed-Jordan Spieth pairing has run its course (12:00), a scouting report of the European team (20:00), over-under picks for points won for the top players (29:00) and much more. This episode is sponsored by www.ZipRecruiter.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-pol...

Sep 26, 201850 min

Tiger's win is the perfect finale to the PGA Tour season (9/24)

In a season that was dominated by the rush of Tiger Woods' return to contending in major championships, what better way to bring it to a close than his first victory since 2013? Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson talk about the memorable performance (3:00), his apparent embrace of the fanfare surrounding it all (10:00) and more takeaways from the Tour Championship (16:30). Plus early Ryder Cup week thoughts (20:15) and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...

Sep 24, 201832 min

Tour Championship Preview (9/19)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss the big announcement from Congressional Club (2:00) and the changes coming to the Tour Championship and FedEx Cup starting in 2019 (7:30). Then its on to the Tour Championship at East Lake, where Tony Finau is making a run at winning without winning (22:00), Tiger Woods' performance will dictate the conversation for 2019 (24:00) and some of the top American golfers are looking to gain some momentum heading into the Ryder Cup (27:00). To learn more about lis...

Sep 19, 201844 min

Grading U.S., European Ryder Cup Teams (9/13)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Keegan Bradley's win over Justin Rose in the BMW Championship (5:00), the big takeaways from Tiger Woods going low (10:00), why the European Ryder Cup locker room is hard to root against (22:00) and a side-by-side comparison grading the United States and European Ryder Cup teams against each other (27:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/...

Sep 13, 201851 min

Why players with a lot to prove excel in the playoffs (9/5)

Bryson DeChambeau's win over the weekend, his second straight in as many FedEx Cup Playoff events, locked up a spot on the United States' Ryder Cup team and continued a trend regarding late season and postseason success among PGA Tour stars. Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down competing motivations at this time in the calendar (3:00), what Bryson brings to the Ryder Cup team and whether Tony Finau is a lock for the 12th spot (9:45), storylines for the BMW Championship (22:45) and much more...

Sep 05, 201845 min

Did Bryson clinch a Ryder Cup spot? (8/29)

Kyle and Chip break down what Bryson DeChambeau's win means for his Ryder Cup chances and the potential scenarios ahead with the captain's pick announcements in the coming weeks (5:00). Plus, slowly getting used to what to expect from Tiger (12:00) and picks for the weekend playoff action in Boston (24:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 29, 201830 min

FedEx Cup Playoffs Preview (8/21)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss the golf rarity that was Brant Sneder shooting 59 with a bogey (3:30), whether Jordan Spieth or Rory McIlroy is more likely to make a late run in the playoffs (12:00), Tiger Woods' FedEx Cup forecast (19:30) and players could earn or solidify Ryder Cup captain's picks in the first two playoff events (25:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit htt...

Aug 21, 201831 min

Tiger won everything but the Wanamaker (8/14)

Kyle Porter is back from the PGA Championship, joining Chip Patterson to talk Tiger's performance and what it says about his future in major championship golf (3:15), a deep dive into Brooks Koepka's place among golf's elite after his third win in six major starts (23:00), Rory roasting Kyle's footwear in the middle of a round and other behind the scenes stories (43:45). Also, predictions and expectations for the Ryder Cup captains picks (59:40). To learn more about listener data and our privacy...

Aug 14, 20181 hr 8 min

PGA Championship Preview (8/6)

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the 100th PGA Championship, starting with Kyle's preparation for on-site coverage and what to expect from the course (1:30). Then they guys break down Justin Thomas' WGC win (6:30), and what we saw from Tiger Woods (10:00) and Rory McIlroy (18:00) as all three prepare to play together at the PGA Championship. Plus, about that Phil commercial (24:00) and expert picks the week's action at Bellerive (30:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...

Aug 06, 201844 min

Tiger's Firestone success, DJ or Rory for the PGA, Ryder Cup cut line

It's a road game for Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson but the First Cut takes no weeks off, particularly during golf's elite early August schedule. First, why WGC's, and Bridgestone in particular, get overlooked (2:00), Dustin Johnson's chances to dominate the next couple of weeks (6:15), what Kyle saw at The Open that has him confident in Rory McIlroy (9:00) and plenty of Tiger talk regarding expectations for Firestone and the PGA (16:25). Plus, a philosophical conversation on how the value of wi...

Aug 02, 201837 min
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