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College Football Week 13 Free Plays

 

Tennessee vs Florida +4.5 O/U 57.5

 

Tennessee vs Florida is set for Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET in Gainesville. The No. 20 Volunteers (7-3, 3-3 SEC) are favored, but history shows Florida (3-7, 2-5 SEC) has dominated this rivalry at home, winning 10 straight in The Swamp since 2003.

 

🔑 Key Storylines

  • Historic Struggles for Tennessee in Gainesville The Vols haven’t won at Florida since 2003, dropping 10 straight road games in the series. Florida has won 17 of the last 20 overall matchups.  

  • Florida’s Motivation Despite a disappointing season (3-7), the Gators are embracing the spoiler role. Interim coach Billy Gonzales leads a team that wants to protect home turf and ruin Tennessee’s finish.

  • Tennessee’s Stakes At 7-3, Tennessee is out of the College Football Playoff race but still ranked No. 20. A win would secure momentum heading into their final rivalry game against Vanderbilt and potentially improve bowl positioning.

  • Coaching Drama in Gainesville Florida fired Billy Napier in October, leaving Gonzales in charge. The offense has struggled since, but rivalry games often bring surprises.

📊 Team Comparison

Category Tennessee Volunteers Florida Gators
Record 7–3 (3–3 SEC) 3–7 (2–5 SEC)
Points per Game 43.4 20.8
Passing Yards/Game 318.3 217.1
Rushing Yards/Game 176.7 122.4
Opponent Points/Game 28.9 23.6
Opponent Passing Yards/Game 260.2 223.1
Opponent Rushing Yards/Game 130.1 143.2
 

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🔑 Key Players

Tennessee

  • QB Joey Aguilar: 2,941 passing yards, 22 TD, 10 INT

  • RB DeSean Bishop: 770 rushing yards, 10 TD

  • WR Chris Brazzell II: 873 receiving yards, 8 TD

  • LB Edwin Spillman: 65 tackles

  • DL Dominic Bailey: 6 sacks

Florida

  • QB DJ Lagway: 1,980 passing yards, 12 TD, 13 INT

  • RB Jadan Baugh: 808 rushing yards, 6 TD

  • WR Vernell Brown III: 473 receiving yards

  • LB Myles Graham: 55 tackles

  • EDGE Kamran James: 4 sacks

Prediction:  

  • In college football sometimes stats do not matter all that much.  This rivalry has been huge for many many years.   The problem for the Vols is that this game is in Florida.
  • The last time Tennessee beat Florida in Gainesville (The Swamp) was on September 20, 2003!  That is 22 years ago.
  • Look at the ATS history in this game at both locations, Florida has covered six out of the last seven.
  • In saying all that, the Vols also are not exactly a world beater this year.
  • Let’s now bring some numbers in the equation either way.   This Vols team has a pretty bad defense ranking 109th in success rate and 65th in defensive EPA.   Their offense is good, but they are not a team that anyone would want to lay points with.
  • Tennessee has also had some road struggles against Alabama and Mississippi State where they were very fortunate to win that game outright.
  • I think the play is the Gators, and we have 22 years of history here on our side.

Florida +4.5 – 2.5 stars

Missouri State vs Kennesaw State -6.5 O/U 57.5

  • Going back to the fade train here.
  • Don’t get me wrong.  I like this Feisty Owls team that has been playing some great ball in conference USA, but I really do not understand how they can be playing six points to the Missouri State Bears.
  • One big thing that I like to look for in my handicapping is improvement.   Since losing to SMU, the Bears have won six of their last seven games with wins against Liberty and FIU.
  • The Owls were on a similar run themselves, but they just got a reality check last week against the Jaguars.
  • If you go back a little farther, the Owls probably should not have beaten a UTEP team that was pretty much officiating out of the game.   UTEP actually won the box score there.
  • The Bears have a solid passing offense ranking 64th in drop back EPA.   This is where they can find success as the Owls only rank 105th in opponent passing success rate.   I see a close game here.  Take the Bears to cover.

Missouri State +6.5 – 2 stars

 

 

College Football Week 13 Sharp Money Movement

As of Wednesday 11/19 – The Five most prominent sharp sides and totals:

Sharp Money On:

  • Miami -15.5 to -17.5 at Virginia Tech – 57% tickets and 81% of the money.
  • Arizona -4.5 to -7 hosting Baylor – 57% tickets and 68% of the money.
  • Old Dominion -9.5 to -12.5 at Georgia Southern – 50% tickets and 69% of the money.
  • Kennesaw State -4 to -6.5 hosting Missouri State – 55% tickets and 75% of the money.
  • Arkansas +10.5 to +8.5 at Texas – 61% tickets and 97% of the money.

Sharp Totals:

  • Rutgers vs Ohio State under 56.5 to 54.5 – 76% tickets and 92% of the money.
  • Louisville vs SMU over 50.5 to 53.5 – 40% tickets and 69% of the money.
  • Kansas State vs Utah under 54.5 to 51.5 – 93% tickets and 93% of the money.
  • Michigan State vs Iowa under 43.5 to 42 – 51% tickets and 67% of the money.
  • Arkansas vs Texas over 55.5 to 57.5 – 21% tickets and 58% of the money.

College Football Week 13 Free Picks by Andrew

Nov 2, 2019; College Station, TX, USA; UTSA Roadrunners running back Sincere McCormick (23) runs against the Texas A&M Aggies during the first quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: John Glaser-USA TODAY Sports

It is coming down to the wire with only two weeks left in the regular season before we go bowling. My record on the year improved from last week as my picks are now just above .500 at 14-13. I am looking for some breathing room and I think I have just the games to do it.

  • James Madison Dukes (-13.5) vs Washington State Cougars (1:00 PM/EST): It is the time of year where weather can play a factor and lucky for us here it will be a bit chilly but, nothing that should impact the game. The Dukes are very much still alive for a playoff a bid and they should be looking to take it to the Cougars. Washington State has played three other potential playoff teams in North Texas, Ole Miss, and UVA so beating the Cougars by margin should be a priority as it could be a factor in their playoff fate. The Washington State offense is barely ranked in the top 100 so points will came at a premium as JMU has the top ranked defense in the Sun Belt. I do not expect the Dukes to take their foot of the gas and given the opportunity they will make this one look as ugly as possible. I like the Dukes up to two touchdowns and maybe a little higher.
  • University of Texas San Antonio Road Runners (+2.5) vs East Carolina Pirates (3:30 PM/EST): The Road Runners have one of the most insane road splits of any team in the country. At home, they average 48.3 points and on the road they only average 21.7. Defensively they are only a little better giving up 27.7 at home to 33.7 on the road. I do not expect to see much defense in this one so if you do not like a side, Over 62.5 is another play I am considering. The Pirates are coming off their biggest win of the season after taking down the Memphis Tigers last week so, expect a bit of a let down here. Coach Jeff Traylor has never lost a home game as long as the Road Runners have been in the American Conference so, give me the Road Runners in what looks to be a track meet down in the Alamo Dome.
  • New Mexico Lobos (-3.5) @ Air Force Falcons (7:00 PM/EST): Air Force took a couple of death blows to their season last week as they can no longer attain bowl eligibility and it looks as though their best offensive player quarterback Liam Szarka is expected to miss the rest of the season. Without Szarka the threat of any kind of passing offense from the Falcons is null and this plays right into the strength of the Lobos defense who are 16th in the nation in rush yards per game on defense. The Lobos are still very much alive in the Mountain West conference race and a win here sets up a huge game next week against San Diego State. I like the Lobos to take care of business here as again weather should not be a huge factor here as it is no colder down in Albuquerque.

Podcast 761 – 97 – 25 – With Kde The SB Queen – NFL Week 12 – Sports Betting

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We have a GREAT show for you today!  Kde @KDeuces from Crooks and Books is back to break down a big week in the NFL.   First, Kiev talks about some NFL ATS.  Next, K-de comes on and the guys get right into the Chiefs and the AFC West. Who makes the playoffs?  Then, the crew talk about the wildcard chances in the NFC. Will the Bears and/or 49ers make it?  After that, they discuss some buy low/sell high teams to find some value in the near future.  Next, Kde and Kiev get into the full slate of NFL games with some free plays and Best Bets!  Then, they talk some long shot bets that may hit for some beer money.  Following that, Kiev gives out his Refuse to lose teaser that is a rough 4-7.  After that, we go over some sharp money movement for the week.  Finally, Kiev recaps our plays!  Should you have any questions for the podcast, or games that you want us to cap during our shows, please message us at Info@TheOddsBreakers.com. Have a wonderful week!

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Podcast 760 – 96 – 25 – With Sean Higgs – College Football Week 13 – Sports Betting

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We have a GREAT show for you today!  Sean Higgs @MrSeanHiggs is back to break down a big weekend of college football.  First, Kiev complains about the college football playoff committee and gets into some college football ATS.  Next, Sean comes on and the guys get right into college basketball.  Then, we talk a little SEC vs Big 12 controversies.  Next, we get into some buy low/sell high in looking for some teams that might have some betting value in the near future. After that, Sean and Kiev get into their six pack of games with plenty of best bets!  Then, the boys talk some random games as well as their beer bet bangers that could possibly feed the poor.  Next, Kiev goes over some sharp money movement for the week.  Finally, Kiev recaps our plays!   Should you have any questions for the podcast, or games that you want us to cap during our shows, please message us at Info@TheOddsBreakers.com. Have a wonderful week!

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NFL Week 12 Betting Spots

Let Down Spots:

  • The Rams could be soft hosting Tampa Bay after the big Seahawks win.
  • The Eagles could be too fat and happy at the Cowboys after the big Lions win.
  • The Bears could soften up against the Steelers after the big Vikings win.

Get Up Spots:

  • The Chiefs better show up against the Colts now that they may miss the playoffs.
  • The Seahawks may take out their aggressions on the Titans after the close loss to LA.
  • The Buccaneers need to get back in the win column in LA.

Look Ahead Spots:

  • The Steelers could look past the Bears to the Bills.
  • The Bears could look past the Steelers to the Eagles.

Short Week:

  • The Cowboys after Monday night hosting the Eagles.
  • The Raiders after Monday night hosting the Browns.

Long Week:

  • The Jets after Thursday Night at the Ravens.
  • The Patriots after Thursday Night at the Bengals.
  • The Colts after the bye at the Chiefs.
  • The Saints after the bye hosting the Falcons.

NFL Week 11 Misleading Final Scores

  • The Commanders out-gained the Dolphins 379 to 311 yet lost 16-13.  A 2-0 turnover ratio and poor special teams killed Commies.
  • The Seahawks out-gained the Rams 414 to 249 yet lost 21-19.  A 4-1 turnover ratio got the Seaquacks.
  • The Giants out-gained the Packers 336 to 296 yet lost 27-20.  A 2-0 turnover ratio did in the G-Men.
  • The Lions out-gained the Eagles 317 to 272 yet lost 16-9.  A 1-0 turnover ratio and biased officiating got Detroit.
  • The Cardinals out-gained the 49ers 488 to 281 yet lost 41-22.   A 3-0 turnover ratio, 17 penalties and horrible special teams killed the red-birds.

College Football Week 13 Betting Spots

Let Down Spots:

  • Western Michigan at Northern Illinois after beating Ohio is one.
  • Oklahoma could let down hosting Missouri after beating Alabama.
  • San Diego State hosting San Jose State after the Boise beating.
  • East Carolina at UTSA after the big Memphis win.
  • Nevada at Wyoming after the big San Jose win.
  • Texas State hosting Louisiana Monroe after the big Southern Miss win.

Get Up Spots:

  • Washington State can play spoiler at James Madison.
  • Vandy needs to be good hosting Kentucky to make college football playoff.
  • Texas can’t afford a slip up hosting Arkansas.
  • Cincinnati can upset BYU’s hopes.
  • Anyone trying to make a bowl game.

Look Ahead Spots:

  • Ohio state looking past Rutgers to Michigan.
  • Michigan looking past Maryland to Ohio State.
  • Washington looking past UCLA to Oregon is real.
  • Georgia Tech looking past Pitt to Georgia is possible.

Short Rest:

  • Northern Illinois with six days rest hosting Western Michigan.
  • UMASS with six days rest at Ohio.

Long Rest:

  • Troy with two extra days hosting Georgia State.
  • Old Dominion with two extra days at Georgia Southern.
  • Oregon with an extra day hosting USC.
  • Minnesota with an extra day at Northwestern.
  • Army off the bye hosting Tulsa.
  • Bowling Green off the bye hosting Akron.
  • Colorado off the bye hosting Arizona State.
  • Hawaii off the bye at UNLV.
  • Houston off the bye hosting TCU.
  • Nebraska off the bye at Penn State.
  • Rutgers off the bye at Ohio State.
  • Temple off the bye hosting Tulane.
  • Vanderbilt off the bye hosting Kentucky.

College Football Week 12 Misleading Final Scores

  • Akron out-gained Kent State 530 to 374 yet lost 42-35.  A 2-1 turnover ratio and bad red zone efficiency got the Zips.
  • Buffalo out-gained Central Michigan 398 to 358 yet lost 38-19.   A terrible 5-2 turnover ratio got the Bulls.
  • Louisville out-gained Clemson 385 to 308 yet lost 20-19.  Equal turnovers at 1 but poor special teams got the Cardinal.
  • Michigan out-gained Northwestern 496 to 245 yet barely won 24-22.  A 5-0 turnover ratio and special teams messed up the Wolverines.
  • West Virginia out-gained Arizona State 421 to 330 yet lost 25-23.  Equal turnovers at 1, but poor fourth down and red zone efficiency got the Mountaineers.
  • Alabama out-gained Oklahoma 406 to 212 yet lost 23-21.   A 3-0 turnover ratio and poor quarterback decision making at the end got Alabama.
  • FAU’s yards were garbage time.
  • Baylor out-gained Utah 563 to 483 yet lost 55-28.  A 2-0 turnover ratio and poor red zone efficiency got the Bears.

2025 RSM Classic Preview & Picks

The 2025 RSM Classic is the final stop in the FedExCup Fall, a seven-tournament series held after the TOUR Championship that determines player eligibility for the 2026 PGA TOUR season.

Author’s Note: I apologize for the shorter article this week. I’ve been traveling, but I still wanted to make sure I got something out for you. Hope you enjoy it!

Tournament Information:

  • Dates: November 20th – November 23rd, 2025
  • Location: St. Simons Island, Georgia, United States
  • Courses: Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside Course & Plantation Course)
  • Format: 72-hole stroke play
    • Round 1 – Thursday: Seaside Course or Plantation Course
    • Round 2 – Friday: Seaside Course or Plantation Course
    • Round 3 – Saturday: Seaside Course
    • Round 4 – Sunday: Seaside Course
  • Purse/ Winner: $7,000,000 /$1,260,000
  • FedEx Cup Points: 500
  • Field: 156 Players
  • Cut: Top 65 and Ties – 36 Holes
  • Playoff Format: Sudden Death | 18, 18, 17, 18, 17, 18
  • Historic Cut Line:
    • 2024: -1
    • 2023: -4
    • 2022: -6

Seaside Course

  • Course Type: Coastal
  • Par: 70 (4x 3’s / 12x 4’s / 2x 5’s)
  • Length: 7,005 yards
  • Greens: TifEagle bermudagrass .090″
  • Fairways: Perennial ryegrass overseed
  • Rough: Perennial ryegrass overseed
  • Bunkers: 47
  • Water Hazard(s): 14 (In-Play on 13 Holes)
  • Average Green Size: 7,200 sq. ft.
  • Stimpmeter: 11.5 ft.
  • Course Scoring Average:
    • 2024: 70.02 (+0.02), Rank 13 of 51
    • 2023: 67.58 (-2.42), Rank 53 of 58
    • 2022: 68.99 (-1.01), Rank 33 of 50

Plantation Course

  • Course Type: Coastal
  • Par: 72 (4x 3’s / 10x 4’s / 4x 5’s)
  • Length: 7,060 yards
  • Greens: TifEagle bermudagrass
  • Fairways: Platinum paspalum
  • Rough: TifTuf bermudagrass
  • Bunkers: 81
  • Water Hazard(s): 10 (In-Play on 10 Holes)
  • Average Green Size: 6,100 sq. ft.
  • Stimpmeter: 11.0-11.5 ft.
  • Course Scoring Average:
    • 2024: 70.80 (-1.20), Rank 28 of 51
    • 2023: 69.76 (-2.24), Rank 51 of 58
    • 2022: 76.00 (-2.24), Rank 45 of 50

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Course Architect:

Seaside Course

  • Course Architect: Harry Colt and Charles Alison (1929)
  • Renovations: Tom Fazio (1999)

Plantation Course

  • Course Architect: Walter Travis (1928)
  • Renovations: Davis Love III (2019)

Comparable Courses & Greens:

  • Comparable Courses:
    • Waialae Country Club – Sony Open in Hawaii
    • Pebble Beach – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
    • Port Royal Golf Course – Butterfield Bermuda Championship

  • Comparable Location (St. Simons Island, Georgia):
    • Augusta National Golf Club – Augusta, Georgia – Masters Tournament
    • East Lake Golf Club – Atlanta, Georgia – TOUR Championship

Seaside Course

  • Comparable Yardage (7,005 Yards):
    • Pebble Beach Golf Links – 6,972 Yards – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
    • Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club – 7,041 Yards – ZOZO CHAMPIONSHIP
    • Spyglass Hill Golf Course – 7,041 Yards – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

  • Comparable Greens (Tif Eagle bermudagrass .090”):
    • Plantation Course at Kapalua – TifEagle bermudagrass .115” – Sentry Tournament of Champions
    • PGA National Resort (The Champion) – TifEagle bermudagrass .115” – The Honda Classic
    • Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge – TifEagle bermudagrass .110” – Arnold Palmer Invitational

  • Comparable Average Green Size (7,200 sq. ft.):
    • PGA WEST (Nicklaus Tournament Course) – 7,000 sq. ft. – The American Express
    • PGA National Resort (The Champion) – 7,000 sq. ft. – The Honda Classic
    • The Renaissance Club – 7,000 sq. ft. – Genesis Scottish Open
    • Memorial Park Golf Course – 7,000 sq. ft. – Texas Children’s Houston Open
    • Vidanta Vallarta – 7,000 sq. ft. – Mexico Open at Vidanta

Plantation Course

  • Comparable Yardage (7,060 Yards):
    • PGA WEST (La Quinta Country Club) – 7,060 Yards – The American Express

  • Comparable Greens (Tif Eagle bermudagrass):
    • Plantation Course at Kapalua – TifEagle bermudagrass .115” – Sentry Tournament of Champions
    • PGA National Resort (The Champion) – TifEagle bermudagrass .115” – The Honda Classic
    • Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge – TifEagle bermudagrass .110” – Arnold Palmer Invitational

  • Comparable Average Green Size 6,100 sq. ft.):
    • East Lake Golf Club – 6,090 sq. ft. – TOUR Championship
    • Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course) – 6,000 sq. ft. – Corales Puntacana Championship
    • Sedgefield Country Club – 6,000 sq. ft. – Wyndham Championship

TV Information (all times ET):

  • Round 1: Thursday, November 20th, 2025
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Round 2: Friday, November 21st, 2025
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Round 3: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Round 4: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Weather:

Course/ Tournament History:

The RSM Classic, previously known as the McGladrey Classic until 2015, has been a mainstay on the PGA Tour since its debut in 2010. Hosted at the picturesque Sea Island Golf Club on St. Simons Island, Georgia, the tournament is organized by PGA Tour professional Davis Love III and is deeply rooted in the local community. In 2015, the event underwent significant changes, including adopting its current name and switching to a dual-course format, utilizing both the Seaside and Plantation Courses. From 2015 to 2019, it marked the final PGA Tour event of the calendar year before transitioning to a fall event as part of the FedExCup schedule.

Sea Island Golf Club, located on St. Simons Island, Georgia, boasts a rich history dating back to its founding in 1928. Renowned for its elegance and exceptional design, the club initially featured the Plantation Course, created by famed architect Walter Travis, and later expanded with the addition of the Seaside Course, designed by Harry S. Colt and Charles Alison in the 1920s. Over the years, these courses have been reimagined by prominent architects, with Tom Fazio leading significant updates to enhance their modern appeal while preserving their classic charm. Known for its stunning coastal views and challenging layouts, Sea Island has long been a favorite destination for golf enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Previous Tournament Venues:

DurationCourseLocation:
2010-PresentSea Island Golf Club
(Seaside & Plantation Course)
St. Simons Island, Georgia

Previous Tournament Names:

DurationTournament Name
2015-PresentThe RSM Classic
2010-2014McGladrey Classic

Tournament Records:

  • 72-Hole Record:
    • 253, Ludvig Åberg (2023)

  • 18-Hole Record:
    • 60, Tommy Gainey (Final Round, 2012), Sebastian Munoz (Round 1, 2021), Tyler McCumber (Final Round, 2021), Mackenzie Hughes (Round 3, 2023)

Course Guide/ Scorecard:

Seaside Course

The Seaside course is the least challenging of the two courses that players will face this week. As you can tell by the scorecard, the course is one of the shortest on the PGA Tour. Most courses on Tour use length to try and prevent the event from becoming a “birdie fest” however, Seaside relies on the wind as its main defense. Seaside is a coastal/links-style golf course that features wide fairways and greens. The tournament is won on approach shots and putting. Most of the greens are elevated with large runoff areas which emphasizes Greens in Regulation % as a key stat this week. The bermudagrass putting surface will also provide some challenge for players who aren’t particularly used to the grainy surface. Capitalizing on birdie opportunities will be placed at a premium this week based on the previous winner’s scores.

The Seaside Course at Seas Island Golf Club is a Par 70 that plays 7,005 yards. The layout features four Par 3’s, twelve Par 4’s, and two Par 5’s.

The four Par 3’s range between 179 yards and 223 yards.

No. 6, 179 yards, Par 3: “A downhill par three protected by a bunker in front and water behind the green, this hole is made tricky by swirling winds and requires the right club selection.”

No. 12, 223 yards, Par 3: “This long par three is at the mercy of the wind. Playing to the center of the green, regardless of pin position, will be the aim of all players. A large bunker protects the right side of the green making it attractive as players must negotiate the marsh short and left.”

Nine of the twelve Par 4’s range between 400 – 450 yards. No. 8 is the shortest Par 4 listed at 368 yards with the longest being No. 18, at 470 yards.

No. 13, 408 yards, Par 4: “This signature hole plays once again at the mercy of the wind. Players have to negotiate the marsh running the entire left side of the hole while paying attention to the three large fairway bunkers protecting the right side. An uphill shot to the green protected by a large front bunker makes birdie on this hole a bonus.”

No. 16, 407 yards, Par 4: “This signature hole requires thinking on the tee. With a tidal creek running the entire left side of the driving area, players will hit their tee shots out to the right, but the farther right one plays, the longer the second shot to the well-protected green. A bunker protects the green on the front, right side, while a false front runs the entire left side.”

The two Par 5’s are No. 7 and No. 15. Neither of the two Par 5’s are listed at over 600 yards.

No. 7, 582 yards, Par 5: “The lone par five on the front side is flanked with water to the right and dunes to the left. A good tee shot, depending on the wind, can leave a player with the opportunity to reach this green in two shots. A large fairway bunker complicated a second shot lay-up due to a large fairway bunker left and dunes to the right. The green has a substantial movement and is protected by marsh long and right.”

No. 15, 565 yards, Par 5: “Long hitters can carry the fairway bunker stretching across the left side to have a shot at reaching this par five. Players unable to carry the bunker must play right on the tee shot and lay up for a short third shot. The raised green is very well protected with bunkers left and right, and back pin positions can provide a difficult two-putt.”

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 13, 16

Plantation Course

Players this week will only see the Plantation course once this week, either on Thursday or Friday so I’m not all too concerned about this course. The Plantation Course is also not equipped with Shot Link data which limits any SG research. This course is more of Parkland style and features tree-lined fairways and water coming into play on a majority of the holes. The Plantation Course features four Par 5’s, unlike Seaside, that provide additional scoring opportunities. While distance and power haven’t been a factor in the recent tournaments here, it will play a factor on those four holes. Davis Love III recently renovated this course changing the contouring on the greens making them more difficult.

The Plantation Course at Seas Island Golf Club is a Par 72 that plays 7,060 yards. The layout features four Par 3’s, ten Par 4’s, and four Par 5’s.

The four Par 3’s range between 156 yards and 219 yards.

No. 7, 156 yards, Par 3: “The island par three green, the largest green on the course, makes an inviting target. Hole locations on the large undulating green can make hitting the green only the first test to overcome for par.”

Six of the ten Par 4’s range between 350 – 400 yards. No. 10 is the shortest Par 4 listed at 327 yards with the longest being No. 9, at 481 yards.

No. 10, 327 yards, Par 4: “This short, drive-able par four provides the golfer with numerous options. The boldest player may try and go for the green, but the danger lurks with the left edge of the green guarded by the water. More conservative players face a lay-up decision to avoid the “principal’s nose” bunkers. Once negotiated, the players will find a small, gently undulating green surface.”

No. 13, 437 yards, Par 4: “With a lake on the left and out of bounds on the right, this may be the most difficult driving hole on the course. Once finding the fairway, the player will need to negotiate the large bunker guarding the right two-thirds of the green protecting this “bowl” green.

The four Par 5’s are No. 4, No. 8, No. 14, and No. 18. Only one of the Par 5’s is listed over 600 yards (No. 4).

No. 8, 529 yards, Par 5: “This par five will be reachable depending on the wind. With bunkers on both sides of the fairway, players hitting good drives have the opportunity to reach the green but must negotiate a lake running the right side of the fairway. A back right hole location provides a tough shot even with a short iron.”

No. 18, 560 yards, Par 5: “This reachable par five finishing hole can provide a great finish end to the round. The water off the tee will only affect the longest hitters, but all players will have to deal with the water eventually. Players hitting to this green with second or third shots will face water lining the left side and bunkers protecting the right side. This birdie hole can give some chances at eagle.”

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 7, 18

Key Statistics:

As the RSM Classic returns to Sea Island Golf Club, understanding how the course compares to PGA TOUR averages can help identify which players are best suited for success. Here’s how the Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside & Plantation Course) stacks up statistically:

StatisticsPGA Tour AverageSea Island Golf Club (Seaside Course)Sea Island Golf Club (Plantation Course)
Driving Distance (Yards)284.15276.86272.74
Driving Accuracy62%70%74%
GIR Percentage66%74%73%
Avg GIR Prox. to Hole (Feet)29.2527.5831.33
Scrambling Percentage56%58%59%
Avg 3 Putts / Round0.540.580.65

According to DataGolf, players who have found success at Sea Island Golf Club typically combine accurate iron play with a dependable short game and strong putting performance.

Strokes Gained: Off the Tee

Strokes Gained: Approach

Strokes Gained: Putting (Bermudagrass)

Strokes Gained: Total (Less than 7,200 Yards)

Par 4 Scoring: 400-450 Yards

Par 5 Scoring: 550-600 Yards

Birdies or Better Gained

Bogey Avoidance

Proximity: 125-200 Yards

Comparable Courses and Event History

The Field:

The 2025 RSM Classic will showcase a full field of 156 players competing at Sea Island Golf Club, drawing a mix of longtime TOUR stalwarts and rising talents. Only six of the top 50 players in the Official World Golf Ranking are in the field: Harris English (No. 13), Brian Harman (No. 32), Andrew Novak (No. 33), Michael Brennan (No. 40), and Sam Stevens (No. 48).

Basis of qualification for each entrant this week:

  • Winner – British Open
  • Tournament Winner in Past Two Seasons
  • Career Money Exemption
  • Sponsor Exemptions: DPWT / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category
  • Sponsors Exemptions – PGA TOUR Member not otherwise exempt
  • Sponsors Exemptions – Unrestricted
  • PGA Club Professional Champion – 6 Events
  • PGA Section Champion\Player of the Year
  • Open Qualifying
  • Past Champion of Respective Event
  • Top 30 on the FedExCup Playoffs & Eligibility Points List
  • Top 70 on Prior Year FEC Playoff & Elig List through the Playoffs
  • Top 125 FedExCup Fall Point Lists
  • Major Medical Extension
  • PGA TOUR University Accelerated – Current Season
  • DP World Tour / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category – Reordered
  • Minor Medical Extension
  • Reorder Category – Cat. 37 thru 44

Previous Winners in the Field (Event):

  • Adam Svensson (2022), Robert Streb (2020, 2014), Tyler Duncan (2019), Austin Cook (2017), Mackenzie Hughes (2016), Kevin Kisner (2015), Chris Kirk (2013)

Players with Ties to Georgia in the Field:

Birthplace:

  • Brian Harman – Savannah, Georgia
  • Chris Kirk – Atlanta, Georgia
  • Greyson Sigg – Augusta, Georgia
  • Davis Thompson – Atlanta, Georgia
  • Harris English – Valdosta, Georgia
  • Vince Whaley – Atlanta, Georgia

College:

  • Brian Harman – University of Georgia
  • Chris Kirk – University of Georgia
  • Keith Mitchell – University of Georgia
  • Greyson Sigg – University of Georgia
  • Davis Thompson – University of Georgia
  • Harris English – University of Georgia
  • Vince Whaley – Georgia Tech

Open Qualifiers:

  • Matt Atkins
  • Ryan Blaum
  • Peter Knade
  • Kyle Cottam

Debutants in the Field:

  • Antoine Rozner, Ben Polland, Blades Brown, Brendan Valdes, Chan Kim, Cristobal Del Solar, Danny Walker, Frankie Capan III, Gordon Sargent, Isaiah Salinda, Jackson Suber, Jeremy Paul, Jesper Svensson, John Pak, Johnny Keefer, Kaito Onishi, Karl Vilips, Kevin Velo, Mac Meissner, Mason Andersen, Mason Howell, Matt Sanders, Matthew Riedel, Matthieu Pavon, Michael Brennan, Niklas Norgaard Moller, Noah Goodwin, Quade Cummins, Ricky Castillo, Rico Hoey, Rikuya Hoshino, Sami Valimaki, Takumi Kanaya, Taylor Dickson, Thomas Rosenmueller, Thorbjorn Olesen, Tim Widing, Victor Perez, Will Chandler, William Mouw

Exemptions:

  • Anders Albertson – Minor Medical Extension
  • Bud Cauley – Major Medical Extension
  • Kevin Kisner – Career Money Exemption
  • Ryan Palmer – Career Money Exemption
  • Brandt Snedeker – Career Money Exemption
  • Blades Brown – Sponsors Exemptions: Unrestricted
  • Mason Howell – Sponsor Exemptions: DPWT / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category
  • Johnny Keefer – Sponsors Exemptions: Unrestricted
  • Davis Love III – Sponsors Exemptions: PGA TOUR Member not otherwise exempt
  • George McNeill – Sponsors Exemptions: PGA TOUR Member not otherwise exempt
  • Doc Redman – Sponsors Exemptions: Unrestricted
  • Brendan Valdes – Sponsors Exemptions: Unrestricted
  • Kyle Westmoreland – Sponsor Exemptions: DPWT / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category

Notable Withdraws/ Changes:

  • Matt McCarty (WD), Tyler Duncan (IN)
  • Kevin Yu (WD), Dylan Frittelli (IN on own number)
  • George McNeill (IN, Restricted Exemption)
  • Jake Knapp (WD), Chez Reavie (IN)

The Odds:

Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the top players in the field for this year’s RSM Classic at Sea Island Golf Club, ranked by current betting odds (via DraftKings). The table below details each player’s five most recent finishes on the PGA TOUR/ DPWT and the RSM Classic.

GolferOddsLast 5 Finishes on the
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RSM Classic
(Recent -> Past)
Harris English+1800T43-T13-T12-T48-2T60-T28-T29-MC-T6
Si Woo Kim+2200T21-T20-T5-T19-T14WD-T71-MC-MC-MC
Rico Hoey+2500T22-T21-2-T4-MC
Michael Thorbjornsen+2500T31-T37-3-T29-T13T8
Brian Harman+2800T26-T13-T19-T22-T10T25-T44-T2-T61-MC
Odds via DraftKings

Recent Horses for Courses (Sea Island Golf Club):

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GolferEvents PlayedSG: Total (Event)20242023202220212019
Eric Cole3+23.86T15T3T39
Austin Eckroat2+16.28T17T8
Seamus Power7+19.91W/DT5T4
Taylor Montgomery3+16.31T42T8T15
Adam Svensson6+21.03T53T5WONMC
Denny McCarthy8+19.92T25T5T46T10MC
Mackenzie Hughes9+42.64T52MC2MC

Recent Donkeys for Courses (Sea Island Golf Club):

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GolferEvents PlayedSG: Total (Event)20242023202220212019
Dylan Frittelli6-24.45MCMCMCMCMC
Austin Cook8-23.77MCMCMCMCMC
Justin Lower5-7.55MCMCMCMC
Chad Ramey3-7.96MCMCMC
Kyle Westmoreland3-5.67MCMCMC
Jason Dufner6-4.03MCMCMC
Rafael Campos3-6.55MCMC
James Hahn5-3.91MCMC
Harrison Endycott2-3.03MCMC

Previous Winners Scores, Prices, and Strokes Gained (Rank at Tournament):

  • 2024: Maverick McNealy (-16)
    • Price: 35-1
SG: Off the TeeSG: Tee to GreenSG: ApproachSG: Around the GreenSG: Putting
13th4th6th26th12th
  • 2023: Ludvig Aberg (-27)
    • Price: 12-1
SG: Off the TeeSG: Tee to GreenSG: ApproachSG: Around the GreenSG: Putting
1st1st14th12th4th
  • 2022: Adam Svensson (-19)
    • Price: 150-1
SG: Off the TeeSG: Tee to GreenSG: ApproachSG: Around the GreenSG: Putting
10th4th15th23rd1st
  • 2021: Talor Gooch (-22)
    • Price: 40-1
SG: Off the TeeSG: Tee to GreenSG: ApproachSG: Around the GreenSG: Putting
49th3rd2nd2nd6th
  • 2020: Robert Streb (-19)
    • Price: 350-1
SG: Off the TeeSG: Tee to GreenSG: ApproachSG: Around the GreenSG: Putting
31st35th36th35th9th

Previous Winners Incoming Form (Last 5 Starts):

  • 2024: Maverick McNealy
    • T17 – Butterfield Bermuda Championship (PGA)
    • T6 – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • WD – ZOZO Championship (PGA)
    • T16 – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • MC – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
  • 2023: Ludvig Aberg
    • T10 – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • T13 – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • T2 – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • T10 – BMW PGA Championship (DPWT)
    • WON – Omega European Masters (DPWT)
  • 2022: Adam Svensson
    • T39 – Cadence Bank Houston Open (PGA)
    • MC – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • T59 – ZOZO Championship (PGA)
    • T69 – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • T54 – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
  • 2021: Talor Gooch
    • 60 – Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open (PGA)
    • T11 – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • T5 – THE CJ CUP (PGA)
    • T11 – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • T4 – Fortinet Championship (PGA)
  • 2020: Robert Streb
    • T55 – Bermuda Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • T21 – Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Safeway Open (PGA)
    • MC – Wyndham Championship (PGA)

Previous Winners Finishes at Event:

2024: Maverick McNealy

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2023: Ludvig Aberg

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2022: Adam Svensson

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2021: Talor Gooch

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2020: Robert Streb

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Outright Picks:

Michael Thorbjornsen (+2500) – DraftKings

Vincent Whaley (+4000) – BetMGM

Sami Valimaki (+6000) – DraftKings

Seamus Power (+6500) – DraftKings

Mac Meissner (+6600) – BetMGM

Adrien Dumont de Chassart (+10000) – DraftKings

Best of luck, and as always you can find me on Twitter @GatorBetting and Instagram @Gator_Sports_Betting. Any feedback whether positive or negative is always encouraged.