3 and Out with John Middlekauff Go Low - PGA Championship 2026 Predictions & Best Bets: Cameron Young to WIN, Scottie vs Rory
May 13, 2026
A punchy preview of the PGA Championship at Aronimink and why low scoring is likely. A bold pick for Cameron Young to win and betting strategies for top-10 and top-20 value. Discussion of a potential Scottie versus Rory Sunday clash and concerns around Rory’s blister. Takeaways on Bryson and Jon Rahm as risky plays amid LIV uncertainty.
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Personal Memory Following Leonard And Watney
- John recounts attending an earlier PGA event at Aronimink with his brother, following Justin Leonard and Nick Watney for several holes.
- He remembers Aronimink as a beautiful but logistically awkward venue with pure turf that stood out 15 years ago.
Stay Away From Bryson And Rahm Right Now
- After the Masters collapses, Middlekauff recommends avoiding both Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm for big bets this week.
- He labels them 'stay-aways' but concedes top-10/top-20 plays or miss-the-cut bets could make sense.
LIV Uncertainty Still Rewriting Player Decisions
- LIV/financial uncertainty is a major storyline that could shape which stars play regular PGA Tour events this season.
- Middlekauff notes the business case for having stars like Bryson and Rahm in PGA events, despite player friction.