The PGA TOUR heads to Texas ahead of TheMasters, starting with the Texas Children's Houston Open at Memorial Park. This long par-70 layout rewards players who can drive it far and take advantage of scoring chances throughout the round.
With a 133-player field and a top-65-and-ties cut, there's still plenty of betting value to uncover.Scottie Schefflerwas expected to headline the field but withdrew, opening the door for others to step into the spotlight. Course history and strong iron play remain key here, and these six best bets are built to capitalize on a wide-open board at Memorial Park.
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Davis Thompson Round 1 Leader (+6,900)
He's been much better on Thursdays this season and opened with a 66 at Valspar last week, showing he can go low early. His power off the tee is adequate enough Memorial Park, setting up ample of scoring chances. While he's less reliable over four rounds, his early-round scoring ability makes him a strong first-round leader target.
Marco Penge Top-20 Finish (+152)
Penge's elite power off the tee makes him a great fit for Memorial Park, where distance is a major advantage. He's also trending in the right direction after a T4 finish at Valspar. With his biggest strength lining up perfectly for this course, he has a strong chance to stay in contention and finish inside the top 20.
Kurt Kitayama Top-10 Finish (+230)
His power off the tee and consistent iron play make him a great fit for Memorial Park. He rarely loses strokes on approach, creating plenty of birdie opportunities. With solid recent form, he's trending in the right direction. If that continues, he has the tools to stay in contention and finish inside the top 10.
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Chris Gotterup Top-5 Finish (+410)
His power off the tee fits Memorial Park perfectly, where distance is a huge advantage. He's already proven he can win this season and continues to rank among the best drivers on Tour. With improved results here and growing confidence, the upside is real. If he gets hot, he has the scoring ability to make a serious run at a top-five finish.
Michael Thorbjornsen to Win (+3,200)
His power off the tee is a perfect fit for Memorial Park, where distance is a major advantage. He's already shown he can contend in big events and continues to put himself in position. With less emphasis on wedge play and more on driving and scrambling, this setup plays to his strengths. If he keeps trending upward, this could be the week it all comes together.
Gary Woodland to Win (+9,400)
His game is trending in the right direction after a T14 finish at Valspar, and his power off the tee is a perfect fit for Memorial Park. He's already shown success here, including a runner-up finish last year. On a course that plays to his strengths, he can lean on his biggest weapon. If the momentum continues, he has the upside to make a serious run at a big number.
One-And-Done Play of the Week
If you play in a "one-and-done" league, the idea is simple: You get to use each golfer once all season, so picking the right spot matters.
Ryan Gerard is a great one-week option with a game that fits Memorial Park perfectly. His iron play has been excellent, especially on longer courses, and he's already proven he can handle this track with a top-10 finish here last year. He's also been consistent this season with multiple strong finishes. With his ball-striking and course comfort, he's a solid pick to deliver value this week.
Last Week's Result
Valspar: Sahith Theegala MC – $0Season Total: $2,464,089
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