Scottie vs Rory, Koepka Heat, First Events of the Year | Brendon de Jonge & Taylor Zarzour | 5 Clubs

Scottie vs Rory, Koepka Heat, First Events of the Year | Brendon de Jonge & Taylor Zarzour | 5 Clubs

by | Jan 20, 2026

Gary Williams is joined by Brendon de Jonge (Wagyu Filet, Golf Central Pregame) and Taylor Zarzour (The Starter) for a wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines shaping the 2026 golf season. The crew reacts to Brooks Koepka’s PGA TOUR reentry — including Tiger Woods’ comments on the process, penalties, and how Koepka’s return impacts fields without taking spots away from current members. They also dive into what Koepka’s outlook could look like once he’s fully back in rhythm. From there, it’s a big-picture debate on the Scottie Scheffler run and how close we may be to historical comparisons — plus what a Rory McIlroy vs. Scottie Scheffler duel could look like at Augusta National and Shinnecock Hills. Later, the panel makes 2026 projections:

  • Tommy Fleetwood vs. Xander Schauffele — who has the bigger year?
  • Cam Young vs. Ludvig Åberg — who takes the next leap into the top tier?
  • Jordan Spieth in 2026 — win potential vs. week-to-week consistency

Plus: Dogs of the Week returns, and the crew closes with picks for the Dubai Invitational and the Sony Open.

Major Moves in Pro Golf | Gabby Herzig, Josh Carpenter & William Sides | 5 Clubs

Major Moves in Pro Golf | Gabby Herzig, Josh Carpenter & William Sides | 5 Clubs

by | Jan 20, 2026

Brooks Koepka is officially back on the PGA Tour, and the ripple effects could reshape the future of professional golf. With the new Returning Member Program creating a pathway for players like Jon Rahm, Cameron Smith, and Bryson DeChambeau to return, Gary Williams breaks down what this means for both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf moving forward. Gary is joined by Gabby Herzig of The Athletic and Josh Carpenter of Sports Business Journal to examine how Koepka’s return could influence player movement, Tour strategy, and the competitive balance between the PGA Tour and LIV — and what this moment signals for the next chapter of the professional game. Gary also talks with Jones Cup champion and SMU standout William Sides to discuss his performance at Sea Island, his path through amateur golf, and even his choice of headwear as he continues to rise in the game.