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Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on this week's episode of The Smylie Show as they dive further into the world of football with Alabama legend and current ESPN CFB analyst Greg McElroy. Greg shares captivating tales from his days as a quarterback under Nick Saban, offering unique insights into the Alabama Crimson Tide's championship mindset, as well as his thoughts on dynamic shifts in college football, including NIL deals, the Transfer Portal, and the upcoming 12-team playoff format.Highlights:- Greg McElroy: Putter Tinkerer?- Nick Saban-era stories- Current state of college football- Preview the 2024 college football season Don't forget to like, download, and share! CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Greg’s Golf Game03:20 - College Football Playoff Scenarios12:27 - NIL18:19 - Recruiting and Playing for Nick Saban19:30 - High School Recruitment Process22:40 - Nick Saban Era26:24 - 2007 Football Season28:00 - Nick Saban Story33:20 - Meaning of "Seeing Ghosts"38:30 - Cyclical Nature of Football44:50 - Annual Golf Rounds47:17 - Typical Saturday Routine51:03 - Sports Viewing After TV Career53:26 - Sign Off53:30 - Did Pat P intercept it? Follow us on our socials:IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesmylieshow/X: https://x.com/thesmylieshowTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesmylieshow?lang=en

As professional golf moves into its offseason phase, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss the return of football (and the launch of two high-stakes contests for fans of the show), assess captains' picks for both the USA and International teams with the Presidents Cup on the horizon, and react to the surprising news that two PGA TOUR players will square off against two LIV Golf players in a made-for-TV match in December.Smylie and Charlie also field a handful of mailbag questions from viewers and listeners, break down user-submitted swing video, and preview the first event of the PGA TOUR fall schedule in Napa, the Procore Championship.

Join Smylie Kaufman on the Smylie Show as he welcomes betting expert Adam Chernoff, transitioning from the golf season into football with exclusive insider knowledge. Adam shares his journey from setting point spreads in the Caribbean to collaborating with professional bettors in the U.S. Discover his valuable insights on betting strategies, picking winning teams, and understanding market movements. From dissecting the math versus subjective approaches to finding hidden gems in prop markets, Adam's expertise is a game-changer for any football bettor. Dive into discussions about NFL coaching dynamics, rookie quarterback potentials, and standout players for the season. As a golf enthusiast, Adam also recaps the weekend in golf and previews the upcoming Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:40 - Sports Betting Basics04:42 - Market Changes in Sports Betting07:01 - Finding Value in Betting09:34 - Importance of Consistency11:04 - Identifying Betting Value20:54 - Preseason Handicapping Strategies24:08 - Preseason Standout Players32:54 - NFL Win Totals Analysis33:50 - Ravens Win Total34:31 - Eagles Win Total36:50 - Cowboys Win Total38:50 - Undervalued NFL Win Totals39:14 - Carolina Panthers Analysis42:54 - Seattle Seahawks Insights44:52 - Minnesota Vikings Overview48:01 - Buy or Sell Betting Strategy52:21 - Super Bowl Predictions54:33 - Closing Thoughts54:55 - Lowering Your Handicap1:00:40 - Presidents Cup Team Selection1:04:09 - Presidents Cup Picks

Scottie Scheffler is your 2024 FedEx Cup champion, and after three weeks on the road for the FedEx Cup playoffs, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back at home recapping the final event of the PGA TOUR season at East Lake Golf Club. Smylie and Charlie discuss Scottie's incredible season, what type of adjustments they'd like to see for the FedEx Cup format, and make predictions for the Presidents Cup captain's picks slated for announcement on Tuesday 9/3. SK and CH also discuss the kickoff of college football season, which surprisingly sees Smylie's LSU Tigers 0-1 and Charlie's UNC Tar Heels 1-0. The show is running two contests this year - a college football pick 'em, and an NFL survivor pool - with the winner earning a tee time with Smylie! Sign up for both contests below using "smylie" as the password: CFB - https://fantasy.espn.com/free-prize-games/sharer?challengeId=249&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=1aa04e28-e82a-4eda-b97f-c63338edac72&joinKey=2cf4bc3a-a917-3f2a-9d77-278283f9af58 NFL - https://fantasy.espn.com/free-prize-games/sharer?challengeId=248&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=25e2dee6-93d7-48ce-947a-fec4afe383b9&joinKey=2cf4bc3a-a917-3f2a-9d77-278283f9af58

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme cap off the Smylie Show FedEx Cup road trip with one final show from East Lake Golf Club previewing the final event of the PGA TOUR season, the Tour Championship.SK and CH are joined by Keegan Bradley fresh off a BMW Championship win that vaulted him from 50th to 4th in the FedEx Cup standings, in addition to strong consideration for a spot on the Presidents Cup team for which he's already committed as an assistant captain. Keegan discusses that win, his upcoming Ryder Cup captaincy, and Tour life on the road with two kids back home.Smylie and Charlie are then joined by course architect Andrew Green, who oversaw the restoration of ELGC ahead of the Tour Championship. Andrew explains his thought process behind the restoration, how it's been received thus far, and goes in-depth on how the new grasses will play.The show concludes with the final one-and-done picks of the season, with a FedEx Cup twist.

The Smylie Show FedEx Cup road trip reaches its final week at East Lake Golf Club for the Tour Championship!Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin by recapping the incredibly unique challenge that Castle Pines posed for the BMW Championship, and the player-caddie partnership between Keegan Bradley and Scott Vail that led to victory.SK and CH are next joined by Sam Burns and Xander Schauffele for a series of quick "Power Five" chats before teeing off for a practice round. Sam details sharing a house with Scottie Scheffler and trying to figure out whose baby is crying, while Xander answers the hypothetical everyone's been asked the past few weeks - would he rather have Scottie's season, or his?Smylie and Charlie conclude the show with a dive into Presidents Cup rosters now that the top six players on both the American and International teams have qualified.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are once again live from Castle Pines Golf Club - this time from the 18th green - on the eve of the BMW Championship, and are joined by both Sepp Straka and Craig Stadler to break down all the FedEx Cup action ahead. We begin with a full breakdown of a course we've not seen on the PGA TOUR since 2006, and all of the elevation and weather factors that will come into play in terms of judging yardages this week in Colorado. SK and CH are then joined for a wide-ranging interview with Sepp Straka, covering everything from whether a hole-in-one on a par three course counts, to Sepp's affinity for Taylor Swift. 1982 Masters champion (and Denver resident) Craig Stadler then joins to discuss his history playing at Castle Pines 17 times while on Tour. And finally, we close out the show with our one-and-done picks for the BMW Championship.

The Smylie Show is once again on the road - and live from the driving range at Castle Pines Golf Club as we get ready for the penultimate FedEx Cup playoff event, the BMW Championship! Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down a highly entertaining Sunday at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, with intrigue at the top *and* bottom of the leaderboard - the final pairing of Hideki Matsuyama and Nick Dunlap produced both the eventual winner, and an unlikely entrant into the top 50 of the FedEx Cup standings. Smylie and Charlie are then joined by Eric Cole, who vaulted his way into the top 50 with a final round 63 at the FedEx St. Jude. Eric recounts a roller-coaster Sunday round that qualified him for PGA TOUR signature events for a second straight year. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:24 - Live from the Castle Pines driving range05:19 - Hideki Matsuyama's FedEx St. Jude win09:52 - Hideki's roller-coaster back nine14:04 - Hideki's favorite restaurant (!!!)18:45 - Nick Dunlap qualifies for signature events21:57 - Nick Dunlap's OWGR ranking25:20 - Could Nick Dunlap be a Presidents Cup captains pick?30:33 - Eric Cole joins the show33:04 - Recapping Eric's live movement in the FedEx Cup standings on Sunday34:19 - How Eric played the 18th on Sunday37:20 - Eric's Iron Man playing schedule43:55 - Eric on Sam Saunders's retirement announcement50:27 - Discussing Viktor Hovland's strong week in Memphis55:47 - Signature event turnover analysis58:52 - Outro

Join Smylie Kaufman, Charlie Hulme and Wyndham Clark as they dive into the first event of the FedEx Cup playoffs, live from Memphis at the FedEx St. Jude Championship! Major winner and Olympian Wyndham Clark joins the show to discuss a number of different topics, including the state of his game, his experience in Paris, and tinkering with different putters. Smylie and Charlie also react to the 2025 PGA Tour schedule release, discuss the TPC Southwind course profile and which players it suits best, and make their One-and-Done picks for the FedEx St. Jude Championship. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Hello from Memphis!04:28 - 2025 PGA Tour Schedule Release07:28 - Which golf course would you add to the schedule?11:00 - TPC Southwind Course Preview20:43 - Wyndham Clark joins the show22:11 - Impact of injury this season24:55 - Putter Tinkerers: The OG Jailbird30:07 - Mental Grind at the Olympics33:02 - Olympic Highlights42:34 - Discussing Scottie Scheffler's comments on playoff format48:05 - One-and-Done Picks1:06:18 - Final Thoughts1:08:14 - Like & Subscribe

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on location at TPC Southwind for the first round of the FedEx Cup playoffs! We begin with a recap of the PGA Tour's final regular season event, the Wyndham Championship, and a big win for the #RaiGuys (in addition to some Kuch Khaos). Nick Dunlap joins the show (our third-ever recurring guest!) to discuss his whirlwind rookie season, and the goals he's setting for next season - including an eye on the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. SK and CH wrap the show with thoughts on the PGA TOUR U Accelerated point criteria in relation to Luke Clanton's unbelievable summer, and a look at 2025 Signature Event qualification with just one event remaining. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:24 - Wyndham Championship recap02:55 - Aaron Rai wins one for the #RaiGuys09:11 - Kuch Khaos14:06 - Max Greyserman comes up short21:40 - Nick Dunlap joins the show30:04 - Should Nick start an LLC to save on baggage fees??32:46 - Thoughts on PGA TOUR U point system35:44 - What piece of advice from another player has helped Nick the most38:47 - How much has Nick thought about the Presidents/Ryder Cup45:27 - PGA TOUR U Accelerated discussion56:53 - 2025 Signature Event qualification1:03:22 - TPC Southwind course discussion1:07:25 - Like and Subscribe

Eight-time PGA Tour winner and 2014 FedEx Cup champion Billy Horschel joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss the state of his game, sports fandom, and much more! Coming off what he'd describe as one of his worst seasons on Tour, Billy discusses his climb back to 27th in the FedEx Cup - which will qualify him for 2025 signature events - with just one event remaining before the playoffs begin. One key piece of that journey came at Royal Troon, where he grinded his way through brutal and rapidly-changing weather conditions to a T2 finish - including one of the more impressive rounds Smylie has witnessed while on the call for NBC. Billy and Smylie also go in depth on the changing structure of the PGA Tour, how Billy became a West Ham United fan, and whether the Hammers or his Florida Gators will be the next to hoist a trophy. Finally, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie to make one-and-done picks for the Wyndham Championship. Key Highlights:- Billy's mental approach at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon- How he became a supporter of West Ham, and their chances to win the Premier League- Thoughts on the PGA Tour's evolving model, signature events, and how many cards should be awarded on a yearly basis- Billy's advice for young dads and junior golfers- Previewing the Wyndham Championship CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro04:46 - Billy Horschel joins the show06:10 - Favorite Florida Gators football game he's ever been to10:31 - Advice for young dads11:32 - Tips for junior golfers14:25 - Work ethic and personal growth19:35 - The 2024 Open Championship30:34 - Billy's mindset for final rounds34:01 - Weather conditions at Royal Troon42:13 - How Billy became a West Ham supporter44:13 - Trophy Predictions: Florida Gators vs. West Ham46:40 - FedEx Cup points system53:36 - Optimal number of TOUR cards59:15 - Billy's goal of making the Presidents Cup team1:03:05 - The Billy Horschel Family Foundation1:10:40 - Wyndham Championship Preview + One-and-Done picks1:26:48 - Outro

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into the thrilling Olympic men's golf tournament where American Scottie Scheffler's stunning final round charge stole the show and a gold medal win in epic fashion! They break down dramatic leaderboard changes, key moments from Scottie’s back-nine run to gold, and varied performances from the final group of Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, and Tommy Fleetwood. The duo also discusses the state of Olympic golf since its return in 2016, briefly looks ahead to the final event on the PGA Tour calendar before the FedEx Cup playoffs begin, and of course cannot wrap the show without offering Charlie a chance to field questions related to his recent personal-best round. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:11 - Scottie Scheffler wins Olympic gold06:15 - How Scottie Scheffler made up a four-shot deficit on Sunday16:53 - A disappointing conclusion to Jon Rahm's Olympics21:10 - Xander Schauffele misses out on a podium27:13 - Tommy Fleetwood wins a silver medal30:16 - Hideki Matsuyama earns bronze34:00 - Best Sunday leaderboard of the year?39:12 - Debating potential Olympic golf formats42:24 - OWGR points for Olympic golf49:28 - Wyndham Clark claws back into contention after a slow start53:18 - Victor Perez puts on a thrilling Sunday show for the French home crowd54:06 - Wyndham Championship preview59:13 - Closing thoughts on Olympic golf1:00:01 - BREAKING (70) NEWS: Charlie shoots 661:05:26 - A series of complaints and proposals to the USGA regarding the handicap system1:11:40 - Closing thoughts

The Smylie Show golf trip review train keeps rolling! This week we add a new stop - Ireland - and two special guests in Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth to recap an unforgettable spin around the greater Dublin area with Smylie Kaufman.We begin with Charlie Hulme joining Smylie for a full deep dive on rounds at The European Club, The Island Golf Club, Portmarnock Golf Club, and County Louth Golf Club. Justin joins next to ask some hard - but fair! - questions about Jordan being off his scorecard keeping game (and delivers an all-time Wear SPF read - use code SMYLIE50 at wearspf.com right now!), followed by Jordan explaining his side of that story and crowning a Trip MVP. Finally, Charlie rejoins Smylie to make some One-and-Done(-ish) picks for the men's Olympic Golf competition at Le Golf National in Paris.The conversation is filled with laughter and insights as they discuss the logistics of organizing a golf trip with PGA Tour players, the beauty of Irish golf courses, and the camaraderie that made the trip special. Plus, don't miss the hilarious moments of trying to navigate Irish ATMs and some unforgettable first tee shots!CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:00 - Trip planning tips06:10 - The European Club19:50 - The Island Golf Club28:08 - Portmarnock Golf Club37:01 - County Louth Golf Club44:45 - Justin Thomas joins the show47:53 - Origin of WearSPF partnership50:34 - How the Ireland trip made it out of the group chat52:20 - Highlights from the Ireland trip57:42 - JT's most nervous putt01:00:38 - Jordan's birthday celebration01:03:10 - JT's favorite hole01:04:19 - Justin makes his podcast ad read debut for Wear SPF01:08:18 - Jordan Spieth joins the show01:15:03 - Fixing Big James’ knee01:15:08 - Scorecard-keeping struggles01:18:40 - Portmarnock Golf Club01:20:55 - Did Jordan get any poor lines?01:23:16 - MVP of the trip01:30:39 - One-and-done picks for the men's Olympic Golf competition01:53:20 - Remembering Mark Carnevale01:55:56 - Final Thoughts

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as the duo discusses: - Jhonattan Vegas's remarkable return to the winner's circle with his victory at the 3M Open.- The intriguing dynamics of the PGA Tour as they gear up for the FedEx Cup playoffs.- A sneak peek at Smylie’s recent golf trip to Ireland, joined by Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth.- The ongoing Player of the Year debate between Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele, weighing their stats and future performances, and how the Olympic golf events might influence the conversation. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:45 - 3M Open Recap14:16 - Signature Event Points Breakdown19:41 - Comparing Min Woo Lee to Signature Event Players23:05 - PGA Tour Goals and Objectives25:12 - PGA Tour Information Gathering Insights30:53 - Reality of Relegation Systems in Golf37:51 - PGA Tour Card Allocation41:53 - LIV vs. PGA Tour Schedule Comparison47:20 - Future of Golf Predictions48:57 - 2025 LIV Golf Schedule Overview56:45 - Richard Bland Lifetime Earnings Overview59:10 - LIV Trivia59:30 - Player of the Year Debate01:05:45 - One and Done Update01:07:06 - Final Thoughts and Reflections

Join Smylie Kaufman and host Charlie Hulme for a unique episode of The Smylie Show! With Smylie in Ireland on a golf trip of his own, Charlie takes center stage to recap his recent trip to Scotland with his dad, where he played 13 rounds in eight days. Listen in as Charlie recounts playing some of the world's most historic courses in the birthplace of golf, including Turnberry Ailsa, North Berwick, and the Old Course at St. Andrews Links. And go check out the full episode on our YouTube page for all of the included visuals! - **Highlights:** - The best way to plan a golf trip to Scotland - The charm of Scottish links golf and the different shots it requires - Comparisons to American golf courses - Insights into Scottish golf culture and hospitality - Smylie ranks his favorites of the courses Charlie presents CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:40 - Caffeine and Cardio06:25 - What We’re Doing Today07:19 - Scotland Trip Review Preview11:52 - Staying at three different Marine & Lawn hotels14:18 - Dundonald Links19:58 - Trump Turnberry (Ailsa)27:44 - Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns play Turnberry30:20 - Western Gailes34:34 - Best Caddie Name of the Trip36:08 - Prestwick40:36 - North Berwick48:22 - Planning a golf trip to Scotland51:50 - Carnoustie Golf Links1:01:02 - Panmure Golf Club1:06:00 - St. Andrews Links, Jubilee Course1:09:28 - Crail Golfing Society, Balcomie Course1:20:18 - Dumbarnie Links1:24:34 - St. Andrews Links, Old Course1:29:57 - Kingsbarns Golf Links

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme look back at a highly entertaining week at Royal Troon which saw wild weather, a challenging course setup, and Xander Schauffele hoisting the Claret Jug as the winner of the 152nd Open Championship. Smylie and Charlie marvel at the new level Xander has reached this season, shedding the "best player to have never won a major tag" by winning two in his last three tries. SK and CH also reflect on the weeks of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm, and how each will evaluate their respective major performances in 2024. The show wraps with a brief discussion of the conditions at Troon before Smylie heads off to begin a golf trip in Ireland!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day three at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Saturday's conditions for the final groups, according to SK, were some of the most difficult he has seen - *ever* - for a major championship. Smylie was assigned to Justin Rose and Billy Horschel's group today, and details a round that saw the latter take the outright lead heading into Sunday. Smylie and Charlie play a guessing game using Data Golf's predictive odds ranking the five players with the best chance to hoist the Claret Jug tomorrow.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day two at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Friday's cut resulted in some shocking names missing the weekend - Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, and Bryson DeChambeau, among others - and SK explains why that was the case given the conditions at Troon. Smylie was the walker assigned to Shane Lowry's group and goes through his bizarre playing of the 11th hole resulting in double bogey, in addition to the two birdies he made coming down the stretch to take the lead. We could not make it through the episode without discussing Smylie's attire in the booth - he donned a traditional Scottish kilt to close Friday's coverage window, and explains how that went down.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from day one of the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. On a day with wind, rain and cold dominating the early wave, it was Daniel Brown who surged to the first-round lead near the conclusion of the late wave, while Smylie called the action from the booth on Peacock. SK and CH reflect on the day that Shane Lowry had sitting in solo second, a guy that Smylie loved as part of his weekly picks. Rory McIlroy's round got away from him quickly on Thursday - Smylie offers insights as the walker who was assigned to follow Rory's group. Finally, Smylie and Charlie discuss another hot start for Justin Thomas on the strength of an excellent putting performance, and whether he can sustain that momentum for the next three days.

Join Smylie Kaufman live from Royal Troon as he and Charlie Hulme dive deep into the 152nd Open Championship! On this episode of "The Smylie Show," the duo brings you Smylie’s on-site insights, giving you a firsthand look at the action from Scotland. Key Highlights:- Smylie shares his personal experiences and memories of playing at Royal Troon.- In-depth analysis of the players to watch, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm.- Exclusive tips on how weather conditions might impact the tournament.- Fun anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from Smylie’s time on the course.- A big shoutout to WearSPF for sponsoring the show and keeping everyone sun-safe - use the code SMYLIE50 now at wearspf.com! CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:17 - WearSPF05:50 - Smiley’s 2016 Open Championship Experience10:01 - 2016 Open Championship at Royal Troon11:47 - What it takes to win at Royal Troon17:58 - Bryson's chances at Royal Troon20:38 - Weather forecast22:41 - How wind affects strategy25:43 - Hole 1529:17 - Scottie Scheffler34:14 - Rory McIlroy39:25 - Jon Rahm46:20 - One and Done47:05 - Like & Subscribe

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into another episode of "The Smylie Show," recapping Robert MacIntyre's closing surge to win the Scottish Open + Smylie's week at Lake Tahoe broadcasting the American Century Championship, where he caught passes from Josh Allen, put up some shots with the Curry family, and caught up with the always entertaining Charles Barkley. In this episode:- Smylie’s celebrity encounters and wild stories from Tahoe- The scenic drive from Tahoe to San Francisco- Travel woes and hilarious airline stories- Recap of the Scottish Open and Robert MacIntyre’s victory- Insights on upcoming travel and projects Smylie also shares his experience in the Virgin Atlantic Lounge, enjoying a high-end margarita and scenic views of San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Tune in for engaging conversations, humor, and a deep dive into the world of professional golf. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro3:22 - American Century Championship9:21 - Scottish Open11:28 - Robert MacIntyre15:48 - The 16th Hole18:56 - How would you write the rules differently23:13 - What do players think about controversial drops25:50 - Is a margarita and a cookie a good combo26:45 - Ludvig's Final Round27:50 - Ludvig's Recent High Leverage Performances31:24 - Pace of Play35:15 - One-and-Done Recap36:35 - Aaron Rai41:36 - Justin Thomas43:24 - LIV at Valderrama45:24 - Abraham Ancer’s club toss47:50 - Home game environments50:38 - How the Fireballs won52:49 - Flight Update53:31 - Wrapping Up55:23 - Like & Subscribe

Join Smylie Kaufman as he dives deep into 20-year-old amateur Luke Clanton's incredible run on the PGA Tour. He’s made history with back-to-back top-10 finishes, a feat not seen since 1958! Luke shares his incredible experiences from his phenomenal 2024 season, his thoughts on the future, and some unforgettable stories of meeting his golf idols like Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka. Smylie and Charlie Hulme close the episode with their one-and-done picks for the Genesis Scottish Open. Highlights:- Recap the weekend in golf and Luke's recent top-10 finishes.- Exclusive insights into the PGA Tour U accelerated rankings.- Luke's unique journey through college golf at Florida State.- Fun anecdotes about meeting PGA stars and learning from them.- Preview the upcoming tournaments and Luke's plans. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro: WearSPF07:15 - How ya feeling, Luke?10:15 - What changed from Freshman to Sophomore year14:00 - Did you always hit it far17:03 - The Meathead Luke Clanton phase19:50 - 2024 US Open21:50 - What's your motivation right now23:50 - What video games do you play25:20 - How much do you learn from playing with the best in the world31:05 - PGA Tour U33:30 - Point System37:30 - Sponsor Exemptions39:43 - Last complaint41:24 - Good luck at the ISCO championship42:08 - What's it like being on TOUR44:16 - Where can we see you next45:17 - Scottish Open one-and-done picks

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back for another live show recapping all the action from the John Deere Classic. Charlie is fresh off a golf trip in Scotland and on a one-and-done heater, as he picked Davis Thompson for his *fifth* one-and-done win of the season - and the eighth for the show! Smylie and Charlie take a deep dive on DT's game, and whether he could be a buddying star on American Ryder and Presidents Cup teams. SK and CH also react to reports that Keegan Bradley will be named the U.S. Ryder Cup captain at Bethpage in 2025.

Two-time major winner Collin Morikawa reveals his morning coffee routine, talks about the ups and downs of his golf journey, discusses his favorite PGA Tour cities, & shares funny stories from the road. Dive into his unique golf journey and learn about the insights and challenges he faced along the way. Key Highlights: Collin’s coffee preferences and morning routines Top PGA Tour cities for food and coffee Collin’s path from college golf to pro success Overcoming struggles with his golf swing and putting Insightful discussions about golf strategy and mindset Collin also reminisces about his unforgettable drive at the 16th hole during the PGA Championship and nearly breaking Tiger Woods' record for consecutive cuts made. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation. Like, comment, and subscribe for everything golf! #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #pgachampionship #memorial #justinthomas #scottiescheffler #collinmorikawa #saucegardner #pgatourpodcast #golfswing #golfanalysis #golftips #GolfSecrets #GolfAdvice #GolfTips #WinningStrategies #CollinMorikawaSecrets #rydercup #goodgood #granthorvat #bryanbros #brysondechambeau #bryson CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Best PGA Tour City for Food 05:00 - Bronny James 07:38 - When You Turned Pro 11:15 - How Collin Morikawa Met His Caddie, JJ 5:41 - Collin Morikawa's Cut Streak 18:02 - How his PGA Championship Win Changed His Life 20:00 - 2020 PGA Championship 22:53 - 2021 Open Championship 27:45 - What's Next After Winning the Open Championship 29:35 - The Start of Your Struggles 34:55 - Stephen Sweeney 38:44 - What Did You Learn from Mark Blackburn 43:18 - Learn to Hit the Center of the Face 46:40 - Wrapping Up 2024 51:06 - Closing the Deal and Winning 53:06 - The Memorial Tournament 56:05 - You're a wizard, Collin. 59:04 - Collin's Schedule for the Rest of the Year

In this episode:- Recap the weekend in golf and discuss top moments- Smylie Kaufman is live from Birmingham while Charlie reports from the Marine Troon Hotel- Special shout-out to American Airlines for a travel fiasco- Breakdown of PGA Tour picks and performances, with a focus on Cam Young, Min Woo Lee, and Akshay Bhatia- Analyze the mental game and strategies for success on the tour- Preview upcoming events and discuss the importance of maintaining confidence and composureDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insights! #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #golfswing #pgatourpodcast #camdavis #akshay #akshaybhatia #minwooleeCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro1:17 - Charlie Scotland5:22 - Rocket Mortgage Classic Recap6:56 - 1-and-Done Recap14:32 - Poa Grass17:22 - Cam Davis21:40 - Min Woo Lee24:18 - Cameron Young34:30 - Hypothetical: Cameron Young's Final 3 Holes38:30 - Akshay Bhatia47:55 - Luke Clanton57:35 - iMessage Stickers1:00:15 - Final Thoughts

Join Smylie Kaufman and Johnson Wagner on this exciting episode of the Smylie Show as they dive deep into the secrets of winning on the PGA Tour! Smylie and Johnson discuss all things golf, including Johnson's recent media ventures and his transition from PGA Tour player to golf analyst. Key Highlights: - **Johnson Wagner's Transition to Media:** Insightful discussion on how Johnson made his way from the course to the commentator's booth. - **Winning on Tour:** Johnson shares his experiences and career that included three PGA Tour victories. - **Inside the Life of a Pro Golfer:** Get a behind-the-scenes look at the life and challenges faced by pro golfers, including the balance between personal life and the rigors of the Tour. Smylie and Johnson also preview the upcoming tournaments and share their thoughts on who might dominate the leaderboard. To close the show, they reveal some hilarious and heartwarming moments from their time on and off the course. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - MFK 05:20 - Mustache 08:20 - Winning on the PGA Tour 13:22 - First Media Inspiration 19:38 - Starting Media Career 21:40 - Favorite Media Role 25:43 - Live From Reenactments Origin 33:34 - Most Nervous Over a Shot 35:02 - Chili-Dip 35:54 - Transitioning to Media 38:23 - Plans for the Year 44:19 - LIV Golf’s Future 47:27 - New PGA TOUR Season 48:30 - Signature Event Player Cuts 50:15 - Outro

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap all of the mayhem at the end of the Travelers Championship leading into a playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim. Smylie and Charlie examine the low scoring at TPC River Highlands, and provide some historical context for the run Scottie is on. SK and CH also chat about the LIV Golf event in Nashville, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Sahalee.

This week, Smylie Kaufman sits down with PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes! In this episode, they recap the thrilling U.S. Open finish at Pinehurst and dissect its dramatic ending, preview the upcoming Travelers Championship, discuss the current state of LIV vs. PGA Tour merger, and share stories on what it's like to travel with family on tour. At the end of the episode, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie as they make their one-and-done picks for the Travelers Championship (via Instagram Live - follow us @thesmylieshow if you don't already!). Highlights:- U.S. Open Recap: Rory vs. Bryson showdown- Current state of LIV and PGA Tours- Family on Tour: The joys and challenges- Traveler's Championship Preview: Course insights and strategies CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro1:06 - 2024 US Open at Pinehurst3:27 - Putting discussion8:08 - State of Golf Today16:51 - Signature Events Player Count19:57 - PGA Tour Points System28:20 - Losing to Lashley at Rocket Mortgage30:08 - Contending in Canada38:15 - Traveling with Family on Tour49:20 - Presidents Cup Aspirations55:29 - Travelers Championship Preview59:43 - Travelers Championship One-and-Done picks

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap a thrilling finish to the 124th U.S. Open live on both YouTube and X, with Bryson DeChambeau winning by a shot thanks to an incredible up-and-down on the 72nd hole, while Rory McIlroy came up agonizingly short. Smylie and Charlie take comments from the chat ranging from Bryson's legacy now that he has two major wins, Rory's abrupt exit after coming up short, and the type of game it takes to win a major, and how that differs depending on the venue and setup. Finally, we celebrate the show's *SEVENTH* one-and-done winner pick of the year, and Charlie's fourth of the season after taking Bryson to win.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the third day of play from the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, as Bryson DeChambeau takes it deep with six birdies to hold a three-shot lead heading into the final day of play. Smylie and Charlie discuss how much they've enjoyed both Pinehurst as a venue and the way the USGA set it up, including a brutal 13th hole pin placement that claimed two high-profile victims on Saturday. SK and CH close the pod with some predictions for Sunday, and whether Bryson, Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, or another player will hoist a trophy Sunday night after the final putt drops.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the second day of play from the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, including a trio of stars who narrowly made the weekend after the cut line moved to +5 near the end of Friday's play. Smylie and Charlie begin by discussing Ludvig Aberg's incredible consistency, and the mark he could achieve at a U.S. Open for the first time since 1913. SK and CH close by examining some remarks Tiger Woods made after missing the cut that are perhaps the first time he's verbalized a sentiment of this nature. Bring your swimsuits tomorrow - we're getting in the pool!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the first day of play from the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, from the degree of difficulty that the course posed, to the names who rose to the top of the leaderboard. Smylie and Charlie break down the keys to success for Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, Ludvig Aberg, Bryson DeChambeau, and Matthieu Pavon, from driving distance to the ability to scramble around the green.

Live from the Pine Crest Inn in the village of Pinehurst, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all of the major storylines heading into the 124th U.S. Open, including Jon Rahm's withdrawal, Scottie Scheffler's insanely short odds, and whether Xander Schauffele can build on the momentum of his first career major win at Valhalla. Smylie and Charlie are then joined by NBC's longtime lead golf play-by-play voice Dan Hicks, who will be working his 25th U.S. Open. Dan reflects on some incredible memories at this major championship, and while making his winner pick, the set is crashed by two surprise NBC Sports guests. Finally, SK and CH round out the show with their one-and-done picks, and a daily fantasy lineup that they both love.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the weekend in golf live on both YouTube and X, from Scottie Scheffler racking up yet another win at the Memorial, to SK's Cleeks finally getting on the board with a team win at the LIV Golf event in Houston. Smylie and Charlie address a brewing controversy with last week's one-and-done picks, and get everyone ready for a week of U.S. Open coverage from "The Smylie Show."

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme open the show with a preview of the PGA Tour's seventh signature event of the season, the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, before passing it off to Smylie's conversation with Jackson Koivun. Jackson joins the show on the heels of winning Auburn's first men's golf national title, and along with the Fred Haskins, Ben Hogan, and Phil Mickelson awards that he won for his play as a freshman, just received the Jack Nicklaus Award, which comes with an exemption into the Memorial Tournament. SK and CH close the show by making their one-and-done picks for the Memorial.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme run through a long list of items worth discussing from the weekend, including Robert MacIntyre's Canadian Open win, Yuka Saso's U.S. Open win, and a Smylie Show College World Series grudge match pitting Smylie's LSU Tigers against Charlie's UNC Tar Heels. After matching 64s in a Sunday pairing featuring Rory McIlroy and Tom Kim, Smylie and Charlie discuss both star players and whether their game is trending at the right time. On the women's side, SK and CH examine Lancaster Country Club - a course they both loved - and whether the test was too challenging after watching pre-tournament favorite Nelly Korda crash out early. Charlie's failure to advance to the shootout in the Hope Valley member-member tournament results in three incredible names that pique Smylie's interest.

Harry Higgs joins Smylie Kaufman to cover a wide range of topics, starting with his heartfelt winner's speech at the Visit Knoxville Open honoring Grayson Murray's memory with a call for kindness. From there, SK and the Big Rig chart his journey from college - where he played alongside Bryson DeChambeau at SMU - to the pro ranks, and what he's learned along the way. Harry goes behind-the-scenes on the moment of the 2022 WM Phoenix Open - when he and Joel Dahmen removed their shirts on the 16th hole to the delight of the crowd - then recaps his two-win streak on the Korn Ferry Tour, and the four-item pre-shot checklist that has helped immensely with his mental approach. The episode concludes with Smylie and Charlie Hulme making their one-and-done picks for the RBC Canadian Open.

We begin the show with a remembrance of Grayson Murray in the wake of his tragic passing, and read some words from his parents, who ask to honor Grayson's legacy with kindness for one another. Smylie shares parts of his relationship with Grayson, who was incredibly supportive of Smylie in tough professional times and would reach out to check on him frequently. Charlie joins the show from a cabin in Mullen, Nebraska, and gives a full rundown of his trip to Sand Hills Golf Club, which leads into a review of Smylie's recent golf trip to Streamsong Resort. Finally, SK and CH recap the play at Colonial, and Davis Riley's first solo Tour win at the Charles Schwab Challenge.

After the final putt dropped in the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge, Gil Hanse and his team began an ambitious project: a "historical restoration" of Colonial Country Club to prepare it in time for the 2024 playing of the tournament. Smylie Kaufman is joined by both Gil, and four-time PGA Tour winner + Colonial member Ryan Palmer to discuss all of the changes made to return the course to its more rugged and natural roots with the 1941 U.S. Open as a reference point. Smylie and Charlie Hulme then conclude the show with their one-and-done picks for the tourney. In addition to photos provided by Gil, our YouTube episode features footage gathered by the @PGATOUR and @FriedEggGolf from two awesome videos worth watching to prepare for the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge. You can find those videos here: TOTAL golf course transformation in less than a year! | Colonial CC | PGA TOUR Originals - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNApY5dlMOI Bringing Rugged Back | Renovating Colonial Country Club - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juwu1ZRdExk

The 106th PGA Championship is in the books, and we have a new first-time major winner: Xander Schauffele. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme project where Xander goes from here now that he has a major win to go along with his stellar play this season, discuss a number of other big names that were both in and out of contention at Valhalla, address criticism of how the course played, and recap a fun week for the show in Louisville.

Back in T-Mobile Club Magenta, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down moving day at the 2024 PGA Championship, with a stacked leaderboard heading into the final day of the major championship. SK and CH begin by discussing the "double boomtower" acknowledged by both Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas on the 13th hole at Valhalla, then discuss what the vibes will be like in a Xander Schauffele and Collin Morikawa final pairing. Smylie and Charlie close the show by making their picks to win - both first-timers!

Fresh off a special edition of "Spillin the T" with Saquon Barkley, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the Friday action at Valhalla Golf Club for the PGA Championship. Topics of discussion include Scottie Scheffler's pre-round stretching routine in a jail cell, a sincere apology after both one-and-done picks missed the cut, and a stacked leaderboard heading into the weekend at a venue that always provides major championship drama.

An emergency reaction pod was in order after the shocking news that the sports world woke up to this morning: Scottie Scheffler, the #1 player in the world and betting favorite heading into the week at the PGA Championship, was arrested in the early hours of the morning on felony charges as he attempted to enter Valhalla Golf Club in the wake of a fatal traffic accident. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme lay out the timeline of events, discuss how it could have been handled differently, and look forward to the day ahead with Scottie back on the course and playing in the second round of the PGA Championship.

Live from T-Mobile Club Magenta on the 10th hole at Valhalla Golf Club, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from the first day of the PGA Championship. Xander Schauffele's record-setting round of 62 resulting in a three-shot lead is the topic of the day, and whether he can sustain that pace to win his first major. SK and CH also recap the highlight of the day - Scottie Scheffler's hole-out eagle with his second shot he's hit since his three-week paternity leave for the birth of his first child.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are boots on the ground in Louisville all week long, beginning with a PGA Championship preview live from Malone's Steakhouse! SK and CH break down the three pre-tournament favorites - Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Brooks Koepka - before welcoming Fat Perez of Bob Does Sports on the show. Perez discusses everything from the world of YouTube Golf to his qualifier for the Myrtle Beach Classic. Finally, Smylie and Charlie make their one-and-done picks for the second major of the season - presented by T-Mobile - and throw together a DFS lineup. 00:00 Welcome to Louisville + Scottie, Rory and Brooks discussion 23:02 Fat Perez interview 47:46 One-and-done picks

After Rory McIlroy's second win in three weeks at the Wells Fargo Championship, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss the showdown setting up between Rory and Scottie Scheffler at Valhalla - the site of Rory's last major win. Smylie and Charlie also have a "clutch gene" discussion as it relates to Xander Schauffele after another near miss at a marquee event while playing in the final group. Smylie is then joined by Bob May, runner-up to Tiger Woods in the 2000 PGA Championship at Valhalla, to relive that thrilling playoff finish (and Tiger's iconic walk-in putt). Finally, SK and CH discuss where Rory's week began - with the news that he would not be rejoining the policy board as reported, but instead would be assuming a role on the transaction subcommittee. 00:00 Wells Fargo Championship recap 19:04 Bob May on the 2000 PGA Championship won by Tiger Woods at Valhalla 42:41 Discussion of Rory's new role on the transaction subcommittee

Akshay Bhatia joins Smylie Kaufman to detail a thrilling playoff finish at the Valero Texas Open in April, which got him into his first-ever Masters Tournament. Akshay discusses his unique path to turning pro, and how that journey has paid off with two PGA Tour wins already at the age of 22. Smylie and Akshay look at videos from his putting coach Stephen Sweeney and detail his journey with the "broomstick" putter, and also look at some videos from his short-game coach Gabriel Hjertstedt while charting his development around the green.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme compare and contrast the two marquee events on the pro golf calendar this past weekend: the PGA Tour's CJ Cup Byron Nelson, and LIV Golf's event in Singapore. Both featured low scores, but LIV's leaderboard was full of recognizable names. SK and CH discuss numerous LIV Golf strategies - with varying effectiveness - and wonder what the PIF's long-term goals are, and how we could see that play out on the stage of American golf. Smylie and Charlie also take look at LIV's career money list since its inception in 2022, and come away mind-boggled at the magnitude of the earnings for several players.

PGA Tour winner and the 12th-ranked player in the world, Sahith Theegala, joins Smylie Kaufman for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with his love for breakfast burritos and the game of chess. After discussing Sahith's various chess strategies, he and Smylie move to a discussion about how that mindset impacts the way he plays golf. Sahith breaks down his course management strategy depending on the nature of the competition, and also analyzes swing changes he's made in the past year. Along the way, Sahith - in the most lighthearted and grateful way possible - lists a series of grievances he has with PGA Tour life. 00:00:12 What he's up to on his off week 00:02:28 His go-to food/coffee spot at home 00:04:04 Discussing "Java Burrito" in Hilton Head 00:05:56 Sahith's skill and love for the game of chess 00:13:26 Comparing chess and golf strategy 00:15:27 Visualizing good golf shots 00:21:51 Finding a way to shoot a score without your best stuff 00:26:56 The game strategy involved in choosing targets for approach shots 00:30:10 Keeping your "team" consistent upon arriving on the PGA Tour 00:34:13 Sahith goes on a metal spikes rant! 00:36:45 How does match play strategy differ from stroke play 00:40:50 How much space has the Presidents Cup occupied in Sahith's mind this year 00:47:32 Breaking down Sahith's swing changes in the past year 00:53:16 Discussing the leap Sahith has made since arriving on Tour, and his goals for the future

(Re-teeing after a big hiya miss with our first pod audio upload)This week's Zurich Classic recap immediately goes off the rails thanks to Rory McIlroy's rousing rendition of "Don't Stop Believin" in celebration of a playoff win with his partner Shane Lowry. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme grade that karaoke performance, compare the PGA Tour's team event in New Orleans with a thrilling team finish for LIV Golf in Australia, and use the week's action as a jumping-off point to discuss ways in which the two league concepts could be combined to best suit fan interests. Finally, in an act of immersion therapy, Smylie and Charlie check into the "Hiya Hotel" to break down their recent play on the golf course.