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2026 FedEx Cup Playoffs begins with St. Jude Championship

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:08 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

2026 FedEx Cup Playoffs begins with St. Jude Championship
Summary

The 2026 FedEx Cup Playoffs kick off at the St. Jude Championship, featuring the top 70 players on the PGA Tour. The format change at the Tour Championship allows all 30 finalists to start on equal footing. Experts predict Scottie Scheffler as a favorite to win the playoff series, while Justin Thomas is viewed as a potential sleeper., Wyndham Clark could face challenges as his recent performances raise concerns. The competition progresses with players aiming to qualify for the BMW Championship and ultimately the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club.

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  • •Scottie Scheffler favored to win the FedEx Cup
  • •Justin Thomas identified as a sleeper talent
  • •Wyndham Clark may struggle with recent game volatility
  • •Players need to advance from St. Jude Championship
  • •Cut will reduce field from 70 to 50 for BMW Championship
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  • 9:08 PMCBS Sports — 2026 FedEx Cup Playoffs picks, predictions, sleepers as PGA Tour postseason opens at St. Jude Championship
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An early look at who will thrive (and struggle) across the three-week FedEx Cup Playoffs

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