I don't care that Palmer has a nice course history at PGA National. Which is the only reason why he's favored. His game is broken (45 birds, 38 bogeys, 7 doubles). He's not playing well at all.
Palmer is a 40 year old throwback player with a strong grip who hits a big draw with all his clubs. He made his first cut of the year in the rain at Riviera. Finished 49th.
Rodgers is playing great. The best start of his young career (2 top 10s and 4 top 25s). 101 birds, 70 bogeys, 1 double. He finished strong in LA, made a bunch of birdies on Sunday. His career is about to take off.
I'm betting against Palmer suddenly finding his game and outplaying one of the best young guns on TOUR for 4 days in the BearTrap.
Matter of fact, I don't think Palmer can keep his hook out of trouble enough to be around for the weekend at all.
I expect Rodgers to top 25 again. Every time he's made the cut this year he's finished top 25.
P. Rodgers over R. Palmer/ full tnt match / risking $300 to win $315.
10sec video of a little back foot 130 yd, no spin 9 iron I hit to 15 feet today. Enjoy!
https://youtu.be/pdothb8wuRE