2025 The Players Championship PGA Betting Trends: Scheffler and Aberg Popular Plays
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The Players Championship is always one of the most heavily bet events on the PGA Tour, and this year is no exception. With elite players in the field, sportsbooks have seen a surge in betting action, impacting odds, liabilities, and handle distribution. Here’s a look at how the market at BetMGM is shaping up.
Most Bet-On Players (Highest Ticket Percentage)
- Scottie Scheffler – 9.1%
- Ludvig Åberg – 8.0%
- Collin Morikawa – 7.5%
Scottie Scheffler, ranked No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), is drawing the most individual bets, indicating strong public confidence. Ludvig Åberg and Collin Morikawa, two rising stars, are also getting significant action.
Most Money Wagered (Highest Handle Percentage)
- Scottie Scheffler – 17.5%
- Ludvig Åberg – 14.6%
- Collin Morikawa – 10.6%
Scheffler’s dominance in the market extends to total money wagered, with sportsbooks seeing nearly one-fifth of all handle on the defending champion. Åberg and Morikawa follow closely, with high handle percentages suggesting sharp bettors are backing them as well.
Biggest Liabilities
- Ludvig Åberg
- Sepp Straka
- Collin Morikawa
BetMGM is most exposed on Åberg and Morikawa, with their strong ticket and handle percentages posing a risk. Sepp Straka, a more surprising name on the liability list, has seen a significant odds shift, indicating sharp money may be backing him as a sleeper pick.
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Key Odds Movement for Contenders
Scottie Scheffler (+450 to +500)
- Despite leading in both ticket% and handle%, his odds have slightly lengthened.
- With two top-10 finishes in 2025 and over $2.2 million in earnings, he’s in good form but hasn’t quite exploded yet this season.
Ludvig Åberg (+1600 to +1800)
- Opened at +1600, now available at +1800, creating additional value.
- One win and two top-10s in 2025 signal strong momentum.
Collin Morikawa (+1600 to +1400)
- One of the few players whose odds shortened after early betting action.
- His two 2025 runner-up finishes and 916 FedEx Cup points (fifth overall) make him a top contender.
Sepp Straka (+4500 to +3300)
- A major liability for sportsbooks after sharp money pushed his odds down.
- Three top-10 finishes and a PGA Tour win at the 2025 The American Express have bettors intrigued.
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The Players Championship Takeaways for Bettors
- Scheffler remains the betting favorite but has seen his odds slightly drift, indicating value may be increasing.
- Åberg and Morikawa are the most popular bets among both public and sharp money, making them strong contenders.
- Sepp Straka is a major sportsbook liability, suggesting hidden value for bettors looking for a sleeper pick.
With The Players Championship underway, expect continued odds shifts as money pours in. Bettors should monitor movement closely to find the best value plays.
