This live chat video focuses on the Truist Championship golf tournament. RickRunGood answers viewer questions regarding weather forecasts, course analysis, player performance predictions (including one-and-done picks and DFS strategies), and upcoming events, all while discussing his upcoming media appearances.
RickRunGood mentions several golfers he likes this week, depending on the specific context (one-and-done, DFS, outright bets, etc.). To answer your question accurately, I need more context. Does your question refer to his one-and-done picks, his DFS lineup suggestions, or his outright betting choices? Providing this context will allow me to pinpoint the specific golfer(s) he favors.
For DFS, RickRunGood suggests several players in different price ranges. In the $6,700-$7,400 range, he likes Eric Cole and Sahith Theegala. He also mentions Brian Campbell as a potentially valuable low-owned option. For higher-priced players, he favorably mentions Xander Schauffele and Victor Hovland.
Regarding outright picks, RickRunGood states he has made two wagers: an 18-to-1 bet on Xander Schauffele and a 35-to-1 bet on Daniel Berger. He also considers Takumi Kanaya an interesting option at 20-to-1. He further suggests adding a bet on Canlay if he were to add another outright bet. He cautions against following his bets directly, emphasizing that he is not offering financial advice.
RickRunGood mentions several golfers he likes for DFS, with varying reasons:
Xander Schauffele: While not explicitly stated as a DFS pick, his high upside and projected ownership make him a strong consideration. RickRunGood highlights his strong performance and the fact that he is available at a price point and ownership percentage that make him an attractive option.
Victor Hovland: Similar to Schauffele, Hovland's strong performance and projected ownership make him attractive for DFS. The fact that he is projected to be relatively highly owned but still has strong upside makes him a viable pick in DFS lineups.
Eric Cole: In the $6,700 range, Cole is highlighted for his resurgence in approach play and putting. RickRunGood notes that the course doesn't demand extreme distance, making Cole's strengths particularly relevant.
Sahith Theegala: At $6,900, Theegala is presented as a "buy low" opportunity, representing the cheapest he's been in three years. This suggests a potential value play, though RickRunGood acknowledges taking a chance based on this low price point.
Brian Campbell: This is a low-owned option. RickRunGood points out that Campbell's short driving distance is not a significant disadvantage on this course because of the wide fairways, and his strong fairway hitting percentage and approach play make him a worthwhile DFS consideration.
It's important to note that RickRunGood's analysis is based on his own data and models, and he doesn't explicitly state these as guaranteed winning picks but rather as players with a high probability of performing well based on his analysis.
RickRunGood mentions numerous other golfers throughout the live chat, often in the context of comparisons, alternative picks, or responses to viewer questions. These include (but are not limited to):
This list isn't exhaustive, but it covers a significant portion of the golfers named during the live stream. Many others are briefly mentioned, often within specific contextual discussions of player comparisons or viewer questions.