Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson predict the perfect finish for the weekend action. First, looking back at the story of the first amateur to win the US Open (2:30) and what the leaderboard looked like in 2010 when Jordan Spieth made his Byron Nelson debut as a 16-year old amateur (6:53). Then, the stat that supports Brooks Koepka as the best major player since the start of 2015 (10:00), Tony Romo prop bets for the tournament (17:20) and predicting the perfect finish to the tournament ahead (19:32)...
May 09, 2019•31 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson are joined by Sean Martin of PGATour.com to preview the weekend action. First, Kyle and Chip review Tiger Woods' Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony (2:33), debate whether Phil actually hit a home run in his latest viral video (7:15) and take their best guess at Tony Romo's score as a member of the field at the AT&T Byron Nelson (10:15). Then, Sean Martin joins the show for unique perspective on Max Homa (22:33), followed by a "Who's No. 1" roundtable (29:45...
May 07, 2019•48 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss Max Homa's win at the Wells Fargo, where Rory fell short and more. First, what we can learn about the grind of professional golf in Homa's story (1:18), what kept Rory from being able to maintain his strong first round (9:30) and a Stock Up-Stock Down breakdown for Sergio Garcia (16:28). Then, the latest in the Koepka-Chamblee feud (23:30), Stat of the Day and Over-Unders of the Week (32:18). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit...
May 06, 2019•41 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson field questions from listeners and preview the Wells Fargo Championship. First, where Rory stands at this point in his career with his 30th birthday coming up on Saturday (4:23), how golfers deal with social media in the wake of Lexi Thompson's decision to step away from the platform (11:00) and what to make of Justin Thomas' wrist injury (17:08). Then it's on to the mailbag, with several questions on how Tiger influenced the career of his peers (25:36) and finally...
May 01, 2019•47 min
Sean Martin of PGATour.com joins Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson to break down under the radar stories in golf. First, the story of Mickey Wright's 1961 win at Augusta Country Club in "On This Date" (3:00), a look back at the U.S. Opens played at Bethpage in 2002 and 2009 (6:41) and some Wells Fargo trivia (17:53). Then Sean Martin joins the show to discuss the player getting overlooked this season (24:53) and more from life under par and under the radar on the PGA Tour. To learn more about liste...
Apr 30, 2019•40 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap team play at the Zurich, Tiger Woods' schedule and more. First, what the Zurich Classic win means for Ryan Palmer as well as Jon Rahm (2:45) and other takeaways from the action touching on the brothers Koepka, the Fleetwood-Sergio duo and a missed cut for Adam Scott and Jason Day (8:00). Then, grading the team play event in Stock Up-Stock Down (16:15), whether Tiger Woods withdrawing from the Wells Fargo is concerning (22:45) plus Stat of the Day, Monday's Ov...
Apr 29, 2019•49 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the team competition in Louisiana this weekend. First, why Tiger's win at The Masters is the best-case scenario for year one of a rearranged schedule (3:16), what to expect from PGA Championship course conditions at its new May date (9:03) and a stock check for Adam Scott heading into his Zurich Classic pairing with Jason Day (14:00). Finally, our favorite pairings in this year's event (22:15) and the fantasy parings that we want to see in the future (30:50...
Apr 24, 2019•44 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson talk DJ's Sunday collapse and Tiger's 2019 future. First, celebrating Tiger's Friday night out with the green jacket (1:20) and then a deep dive on where we might see him log a record-tying PGA Tour win (5:50). Then, adjustments to Dustin Johnson's stock after a blown lead in Hilton Head (20:55) and the depths of the grind for Jordan Spieth (32:19). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn mor...
Apr 22, 2019•46 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson make picks for the weekend action in Hilton Head, South Carolina. First, why Tiger's physical transformations play a key part in appreciating his current success (2:20) and recapping the podcast's post-Augusta trip to Pinehurst (8:30). Then, previewing the weekend ahead with a strong field RBC Heritage (15:21) and a discussion of the best player without a PGA Tour win (19:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc....
Apr 17, 2019•28 min
Kyle Porter and Sean Martin of PGATour.com join Chip Patterson from Augusta to recap Tiger Woods' win at the 2019 Masters. First, the magnitude of Tiger's win (1:00), the impact of weather (12:00), what to make of Tony Finau and Brooks Koepka's performances (22:00), what the vibe was like Sunday morning for the uncommon start (35:00), biggest surprises/disappointments (41:00) and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lea...
Apr 15, 2019•52 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the first two rounds of the 2019 Masters. First, what to make of the crowded leaderboard, who to pick to win the green jacket. Then, the highlights from Tiger Woods and what to make of Rory McIlroy's struggles. 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...
Apr 13, 2019•30 min
Kyle Porter, Robby Kalland and Chip Patterson take a look at the betting odds for the 2019 Masters. With recording live on site at Augusta National, the conversation begins with players to fade (2:00), Robby's pick to win (10:30) and the places to find real value on the odds board (15:00). Then, picks for head-to-head tournament matchups (18:30) and Kyle's last-minute takeaways after talking to the players on Tuesday (25:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: htt...
Apr 10, 2019•35 min
Kyle Porter joins Chip Patterson live from Augusta National with the latest on the 2019 Masters. First, a review of the Augusta women's amateur (1:44) and a stock check on Texas Open winner Corey Conners and Rickie Fowler (8:31). Then, whether we should expect -- and what defines -- a "good winner" at the Masters (19:30), the influence of rules officials with a review of Tiger Woods' "Dropgate" in 2013 (25:30) and final notes on Sergio, Rory and Spieth (31:21). To learn more about listener data ...
Apr 08, 2019•41 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson are joined by Sean Martin of PGATour.com to preview the 2019 Masters. First, a spotlight on Lucas Bjerregaard after his showing in match play (3:52) and a discussion on how we should rank and rate Tiger Woods as a contender to win another green jacket (11:28). Then, whether Augusta National will be the breakthrough spot for Jordan Spieth (23:50), Sean's picks to win (31:23) and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud...
Apr 03, 2019•39 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Kevin Kisner's win over Matt Kuchar, Tiger and more from Match Play. First, what stood out from Kisner's match play win (0:30) including his standing a potential Ryder Cup pick in 2020 (3:00). Then it's on to Kuchar's back-and-forth with Sergio Garcia (6:39), Tiger's win against Rory (13:17) and varying levels of concern for Jason Day, Justin Thomas and more top players that failed to get out of group play (17:20). To learn more about listener data and our pr...
Apr 01, 2019•28 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss stats, facts, notes and stories from throughout the history of The Masters. Some of our key numbers include the most common number of tries before a winner breaks through (2:00), some stats to back up Jack Nicklaus' argument as the GOAT at Augusta (8:00) and go deep on Tiger Woods' bogey-free second since all four days in 1997 (14:00). Plus, the highest score to ever win, most common cut numbers (17:13), how and when the cost of a Masters badge has inflated...
Mar 27, 2019•54 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson react to the draw for the WGC Match Play this weekend in Austin. First, whether match play success can translate to stroke play success (4:30), Rory and DJ as heavy favorites to advance to the quarterfinals (9:00), Bryson DeChambeau making his match play debut (13:50). Plus, it's Tiger Woods's first tournament in Texas since 2005 (23:00), whether Jordan Spieth is "close" to putting it all together (24:21), picks to win and much more (29:45). To learn more about lis...
Mar 25, 2019•35 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson talk Rory, Masters and preview the Valspar Championship. First, Rory McIlroy's Players win falling below the fold in the shadow of March Madness (1:30), why The Open being at Royal Portrush could be beneficial for his chances to win at Augusta (7:55) and Masters Corner takes a look at players with recent success over the last 10 years (10:45). Then, a preview of the Valspar Championship field with picks to win (23:00) and what we can learn from Dustin Johnson's per...
Mar 20, 2019•34 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Rory McIlroy's win at The Players. First, celebration for an incredible finish at TPC Sawgrass with a packed leaderboard and plenty of movement (2:00), then a more specific look at Rory's play on the weekend (08:10) and how he outlasted the field to claim his first Players win. Then, Jon Rahm's delayed but predicted meltdown (21:25), Tiger's disaster at the 17th on Saturday (28:40) and what Rory's win means for the Masters outlook (35:00). To learn more about...
Mar 18, 2019•45 min
Kyle Porter, Chip Patterson and Uproxx Sports' Robby Kalland make picks and predictions for The Players. First, Robby's experience from playing TPC Sawgrass and guesses on the winning score (6:45), why long hitters might be helped by the condition (12:30) and expectations for Tiger Woods (19:17). Plus, picks to win (23:27), players to fade (29:33) 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...
Mar 13, 2019•44 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the Arnold Palmer Invitational and look ahead to the Players Championship. First, why Bay Hill's setup played into the hands of European stars (1:10), whether Rory McIlroy's Sunday performances are an indicator of struggles or a future breakthrough (5:50) and if Rickie Fowler can ever be trusted to win when he's in contention (11:51). Plus, why Francesco Molinari is playing the best golf of his career at 36 (15:30) and how The Players compares to the year's b...
Mar 11, 2019•37 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. First, reason to be concerned about Tiger Woods' neck injury (1:08), the continued fallout from the USGA vs. the PGA Tour stars in regards to rules (12:25) and what it might look like for the tour to break out on its own (21:06). Then, the keys to winning at Bay Hill (31:05), storylines to watch and picks to win (35:21). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/p...
Mar 06, 2019•48 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the Honda Classic in Palm Beach and discuss Justin Thomas' war of words with the USGA. First, Vijay Singh's transition into fan favorite (2:27), how to grade Rickie Fowler's Sunday surge (10:25), whether Brooks Koepka had one of the best weeks in the field (13:50) and whether Ryan Palmer had one of the best rounds of the year with his 63 (16:02). Then, Justin Thomas going toe-to-toe with the USGA (18:11) and how it continues a trend of player empowerment acro...
Mar 04, 2019•34 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson compare Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy after DJ's win in Mexico. First, the robotic greatness of DJ with a hot putter (1:48), where Rory fell short on Sunday (8:21) and the challenges of converting incredible talent into consistent winning on the PGA Tour (15:00). Plus, grading Tiger Woods' performance in Mexico (27:15) and assembling a World Golf Championship All-Star team (32:15). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud...
Feb 26, 2019•40 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down a star-studded field for the weekend action in Mexico. First, everyone's favorite late-February golfer guessing game, 'Puerto Rico or Mexico?' (1:20) and a review of the WGC format with names to watch from the exclusive field (8:35). Plus, why Adam Scott is awesome (14:00), picks to win (20:30), sleepers and storylines to follow heading into the weekend (27:17). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/...
Feb 20, 2019•39 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap a windy and rainy weekend at the Genesis Open. First, what the win means for JB Holmes (1:30), what went wrong for Justin Thomas (8:25) and how we should grade Tiger's play at a course where he's never won (17:27). Plus, Jordan Spieth continues a troubling trend of late-tournament struggles (26:15) and the debate for top golfer in the game right now starts to heat up (33:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac...
Feb 18, 2019•43 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson spend Thursday's rain delay discussing Matt Kuchar and more. First, the latest on the Kuchar tipping scandal (1:54), when players really start to turn their attention to Augusta (14:07), Tiger's struggles at Riviera and what to expect from him (18:26) along with other golfers to watch in the field (23:55). 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://podca...
Feb 14, 2019•30 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the drama from Phil Mickelson's Monday finish at Pebble Beach. First, why Phil Mickelson wanted to keep playing in the darkness on Sunday (1:45) and what the win means for his U.S. Open chances at Pebble Beach in June (6:04). Plus, Paul Casey's missed opportunity (15:30), a disappointing week for Jordan Spieth and Dustin Johnson (17:58) and why Jason Day might be a sleeper pick to win a major in 2019 (29:44). To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...
Feb 11, 2019•27 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down the week in golf and Jordan Spieth joins the show. First, an early preview of the weekend action at Pebble Beach (5:33), including what to expect from Dustin Johnson (10:05) after a win overseas and Brooks Koepka's comments on Sergio Garcia's DQ (13:45). Then its on to Kyle's conversation with Jordan Spieth (19:34), discussing why he's honest at press conferences (23:20), playing golf with U.S. Presidents (30:12) and much, much more. To learn more about ...
Feb 06, 2019•36 min
Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap a busy weekend in golf, starting with Rickie Fowler's win at the Phoenix Open. First, Rickie's triple-bogey on 11 was one of many insane twists and turns on Sunday (0:55) and how does the win change any expectations for him moving forward (8:40). Plus, other takeaways from the weekend action (15:30) and whether the backlash to Sergio Garcia's misconduct on the European Tour is valid after this disqualification for damaging the greens (23:10). To learn more ab...
Feb 04, 2019•36 min
