The Players Make/Miss Cut Predictions – Full Article
Introduction
The latest PGA Tour event brings fresh opportunities for betting enthusiasts, and sports analysts SleepyJ and Dave Essler dive into their predictions for this week’s tournament. Reflecting on their recent successful bets, they analyze Taylor Pendrith’s struggles and discuss whether he will make or miss the cut.
This article provides:
- A breakdown of Pendrith’s performance and betting odds.
- Insights from SleepyJ’s analysis on why Pendrith may struggle.
- Dave Essler’s perspective and future betting updates.
Let’s explore their predictions in detail.
Recent Betting Success (0:00 - 0:30)
SleepyJ starts by reflecting on last week’s bets, emphasizing their success:
- Dave’s pick: -5.25 odds (Won).
- SleepyJ’s pick: +2.40 odds (Won).
He mentions that their selections proved profitable and someone even shared the results on their X accounts (formerly Twitter).
Key Takeaways:
Proven success in previous predictions.
Followers engaged with their selections on social media.
Momentum heading into this week’s picks.
Taylor Pendrith’s Struggles and Betting Analysis (0:30 - 1:10)
SleepyJ’s Pick:
Bet: Taylor Pendrith to miss the cut at +130.
Reasons for Betting Against Pendrith
Declining Accuracy: His approach shots and driving have been unreliable.
Putting Struggles: He has been struggling on the greens, significantly hurting his performance.
Recent Missed Cuts: He has now missed the cut in two consecutive tournaments.
Worst Form in Two Years: SleepyJ highlights that Pendrith’s current struggles are among the worst in his past two years.
Betting Value: At +130 odds, the return on investment makes this a strong fade candidate.
Key Quote from SleepyJ:
“When his accuracy goes, he just simply struggles. When he can't putt and his accuracy is bad, he simply just can't make cuts.”
This statement highlights the direct correlation between Pendrith’s struggles and his likelihood of missing the cut.
Dave Essler’s Response (1:11 - 1:20)
Unlike SleepyJ, Dave Essler prefers to wait before making a decision.
? "No, all you, buddy. I haven't looked yet. If I come across any between tonight and Thursday morning, I'll put him out on X."
Key Insight:
? Dave’s cautious approach means he will analyze the data before locking in his picks.
? He will update his selections on X before the tournament starts.
Closing Remarks and Social Media Update (1:20 - 1:24)
SleepyJ reminds listeners to follow @Dave_Essler on X for potential new picks before the tournament.
Key Statistics and Betting Insights
Taylor Pendrith’s Performance Issues
Missed Cuts: 2 consecutive
? Main Weaknesses: Poor accuracy and putting
Historical Struggles: Among the worst form in the past two years
Current Betting Odds: +130 to miss the cut
Betting Recap
Last Week’s Winning Bets:
? Dave Essler: -5.25 odds 
? SleepyJ: +2.40 odds 
Current Week’s Pick:
Taylor Pendrith to miss the cut at +130.
Dave Essler’s Approach:
No picks yet, will update closer to Thursday.
Conclusion
This discussion highlights Taylor Pendrith’s struggles and why SleepyJ is confident he will miss the cut this week. With two consecutive missed cuts and poor accuracy, Pendrith is in one of his worst forms in years.
While SleepyJ is locking in his pick at +130, Dave Essler remains undecided, promising to post updates on X (@Dave_Essler) closer to Thursday’s tee-off.
For those following PGA Tour betting, these insights provide a strong foundation for making informed bets.