The 2025 PGA Championship is set to tee off at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, North Carolina, with top players and new contenders vying for the prestigious Wanamaker Trophy. Defending champion Xander Schauffele, who claimed his first major title last year at Valhalla, is looking to repeat his success but faces stiff competition from world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who leads the betting odds at +450.
According to the SportsLine predictive model, which has accurately forecasted 14 major winners and is up nearly $9,000 since 2020, Schauffele might struggle to crack the top 10 this time. The model highlights Schauffele’s ongoing struggles with both putting and driving accuracy this season, compounded by a recent rib injury. His putting stats have dropped significantly, ranking 142nd in putting average and 161st in strokes gained: putting, making him a risky pick for bettors.
Meanwhile, Collin Morikawa has emerged as a sleeper pick with promising form. At 21-1 odds, Morikawa is projected to make a strong run for the title. Known for his precision off the tee and stellar approach shots, the two-time major winner is among the tour leaders in driving accuracy and strokes gained: approach. Despite his lack of distance, his consistency puts him in an excellent position to contend at Quail Hollow.
The model also favors three additional players with odds longer than 20-1 who could surprise the field, offering potential high-value bets for the adventurous bettor. Fans and bettors are advised to consult the complete leaderboard projection and the latest insights from SportsLine before finalizing their picks.
Latest 2025 PGA Championship Odds:
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Scottie Scheffler: +500
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Rory McIlroy: +500
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Bryson DeChambeau: +1000
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Ludvig Aberg: +1200
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Xander Schauffele: +1200
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Collin Morikawa: +1400
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Jon Rahm: +1800
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Justin Thomas: +2000
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Brooks Koepka: +2000
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Viktor Hovland: +2500
For the full list of odds and to see the complete SportsLine predictions, fans can visit SportsLine’s official PGA Championship preview page.
