Johnson Wagner discusses potential PGA Tour Player of the Year vote outcomes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Johnson Wagner expressed that Scottie Scheffler, although often a frontrunner for PGA Tour Player of the Year, may face stiff competition from fellow golfers this season. Scheffler has struggled compared to previous years despite winning The American Express, finishing second five times without additional victories. Wagner believes players might opt for someone new, especially if Scheffler does not perform well in the upcoming FedEx Cup playoffs. Rory McIlroy could also be a contender, but he would need to win the Tour Championship to bolster his chances due to limited tournament appearances this season. The situation remains fluid as the playoffs approach.
- •Scheffler has one win and five second-place finishes this season.
- •McIlroy seeks his first Player of the Year award since 2019.
- •Wagner suggests players may prefer a new name for the award.
- •The FedEx Cup playoffs will be crucial for Scheffler's candidacy.
- •Neither Scheffler nor McIlroy has won a signature PGA Tour event this season.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — The reason Johnson Wagner thinks PGA Tour stars won’t vote for Scottie Scheffler as Player of the Year
"Johnson Wagner believes that while some will vote for Scottie Scheffler to be PGA Tour Player of the Year, the opportunity to opt for someone else for a change will tempt many to look elsewhere. Scheffler is in an unusual position heading into the FedEx Cup playoffs.
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