The First Cut Golf

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the first two rounds of the 2019 Masters. First, what to make of the crowded leaderboard, who to pick to win the green jacket. Then, the highlights from Tiger Woods and what to make of Rory McIlroy's struggles.

Kyle Porter, Robby Kalland and Chip Patterson take a look at the betting odds for the 2019 Masters. With recording live on site at Augusta National, the conversation begins with players to fade (2:00), Robby's pick to win (10:30) and the places to find real value on the odds board (15:00). Then, picks for head-to-head tournament matchups (18:30) and Kyle's last-minute takeaways after talking to th...

Kyle Porter joins Chip Patterson live from Augusta National with the latest on the 2019 Masters. First, a review of the Augusta women's amateur (1:44) and a stock check on Texas Open winner Corey Conners and Rickie Fowler (8:31). Then, whether we should expect -- and what defines -- a "good winner" at the Masters (19:30), the influence of rules officials with a review of Tiger Woods' "Dropgate" in...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson are joined by Sean Martin of PGATour.com to preview the 2019 Masters. First, a spotlight on Lucas Bjerregaard after his showing in match play (3:52) and a discussion on how we should rank and rate Tiger Woods as a contender to win another green jacket (11:28). Then, whether Augusta National will be the breakthrough spot for Jordan Spieth (23:50), Sean's picks to win...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Kevin Kisner's win over Matt Kuchar, Tiger and more from Match Play. First, what stood out from  Kisner's match play win (0:30) including his standing a potential Ryder Cup pick in 2020 (3:00). Then it's on to Kuchar's back-and-forth with Sergio Garcia (6:39), Tiger's win against Rory (13:17) and varying levels of concern for Jason Day, Justin Thomas and more t...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson discuss stats, facts, notes and stories from throughout the history of The Masters. Some of our key numbers include the most common number of tries before a winner breaks through (2:00), some stats to back up Jack Nicklaus' argument as the GOAT at Augusta (8:00) and go deep on Tiger Woods' bogey-free second since all four days in 1997 (14:00). Plus, the highest score...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson react to the draw for the WGC Match Play this weekend in Austin. First, whether match play success can translate to stroke play success (4:30), Rory and DJ as heavy favorites to advance to the quarterfinals (9:00), Bryson DeChambeau making his match play debut (13:50). Plus, it's Tiger Woods's first tournament in Texas since 2005 (23:00), whether Jordan Spieth is "cl...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson talk Rory, Masters and preview the Valspar Championship. First, Rory McIlroy's Players win falling below the fold in the shadow of March Madness (1:30), why The Open being at Royal Portrush could be beneficial for his chances to win at Augusta (7:55) and Masters Corner takes a look at players with recent success over the last 10 years (10:45). Then, a preview of the...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Rory McIlroy's win at The Players. First, celebration for an incredible finish at TPC Sawgrass with a packed leaderboard and plenty of movement (2:00), then a more specific look at Rory's play on the weekend (08:10) and how he outlasted the field to claim his first Players win. Then, Jon Rahm's delayed but predicted meltdown (21:25), Tiger's disaster at the 17t...

Kyle Porter, Chip Patterson and Uproxx Sports' Robby Kalland make picks and predictions for The Players. First, Robby's experience from playing TPC Sawgrass and guesses on the winning score (6:45), why long hitters might be helped by the condition (12:30) and expectations for Tiger Woods (19:17). Plus, picks to win (23:27), players to fade (29:33) and more. 

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the Arnold Palmer Invitational and look ahead to the Players Championship. First, why Bay Hill's setup played into the hands of European stars (1:10), whether Rory McIlroy's Sunday performances are an indicator of struggles or a future breakthrough (5:50) and if Rickie Fowler can ever be trusted to win when he's in contention (11:51). Plus, why Francesco Molina...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. First, reason to be concerned about Tiger Woods' neck injury (1:08), the continued fallout from the USGA vs. the PGA Tour stars in regards to rules (12:25) and what it might look like for the tour to break out on its own (21:06). Then, the keys to winning at Bay Hill (31:05), storylines to watch and picks to win (35...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the Honda Classic in Palm Beach and discuss Justin Thomas' war of words with the USGA. First, Vijay Singh's transition into fan favorite (2:27), how to grade Rickie Fowler's Sunday surge (10:25), whether Brooks Koepka had one of the best weeks in the field (13:50) and whether Ryan Palmer had one of the best rounds of the year with his 63 (16:02). Then, Justin T...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson compare Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy after DJ's win in Mexico. First, the robotic greatness of DJ with a hot putter (1:48), where Rory fell short on Sunday (8:21) and the challenges of converting incredible talent into consistent winning on the PGA Tour (15:00). Plus, grading Tiger Woods' performance in Mexico (27:15) and assembling a World Golf Championship All-S...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down a star-studded field for the weekend action in Mexico. First, everyone's favorite late-February golfer guessing game, 'Puerto Rico or Mexico?' (1:20) and a review of the WGC format with names to watch from the exclusive field (8:35). Plus, why Adam Scott is awesome (14:00), picks to win (20:30), sleepers and storylines to follow heading into the weekend (2...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap a windy and rainy weekend at the Genesis Open. First, what the win means for JB Holmes (1:30), what went wrong for Justin Thomas (8:25) and how we should grade Tiger's play at a course where he's never won (17:27). Plus, Jordan Spieth continues a troubling trend of late-tournament struggles (26:15) and the debate for top golfer in the game right now starts to h...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson spend Thursday's rain delay discussing Matt Kuchar and more. First, the latest on the Kuchar tipping scandal (1:54), when players really start to turn their attention to Augusta (14:07), Tiger's struggles at Riviera and what to expect from him (18:26) along with other golfers to watch in the field (23:55).

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap the drama from Phil Mickelson's Monday finish at Pebble Beach. First, why Phil Mickelson wanted to keep playing in the darkness on Sunday (1:45) and what the win means for his U.S. Open chances at Pebble Beach in June (6:04). Plus, Paul Casey's missed opportunity (15:30), a disappointing week for Jordan Spieth and Dustin Johnson (17:58) and why Jason Day might...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down the week in golf and Jordan Spieth joins the show. First, an early preview of the weekend action at Pebble Beach (5:33), including what to expect from Dustin Johnson (10:05) after a win overseas and Brooks Koepka's comments on Sergio Garcia's DQ (13:45). Then its on to Kyle's conversation with Jordan Spieth (19:34), discussing why he's honest at press conf...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap a busy weekend in golf, starting with Rickie Fowler's win at the Phoenix Open. First, Rickie's triple-bogey on 11 was one of many insane twists and turns on Sunday (0:55) and how does the win change any expectations for him moving forward (8:40). Plus, other takeaways from the weekend action (15:30) and whether the backlash to Sergio Garcia's misconduct on the...

Kyle recaps the PGA Merchandise show and Sean Martin of PGATour.com joins to preview the weekend. First, Kyle's discussions recorded in Orlando with Jim Nantz (6:20) and Lexi Thompson (13:53) along with the coolest thing he saw at the show. Then Sean Martin joins fresh off Torrey Pines to talk about Tiger Woods' first win there (23:35), how to assess the performances from both Justin Rose and Adam...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Justin Rose's win and Tiger Woods' performance and Torrey Pines over the weekend. First, how Justin Rose elevated himself against a leaderboard of the game's top talent (5:08), what to make of Tiger's charge on Sunday (20:43) and then other weekend takeaways, including Bryson's win on the European Tour and Rory's showing in his first run at the Farmer's Open (3...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson look ahead to Tiger Woods' 2019 PGA Tour debut at the Farmers Insurance Open. After Adam Long held off Phil Mickelson at the Desert Classic, Kyle and Chip break down what it means for Long (0:34) and whether this is an indicator of what to expect from Lefty moving forward (6:07). Plus, weekend takeaways from Jon Rahm and Justin Rose (11:20) and a preview of the actio...

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the weekend action in golf. First, why keeping an eye on the European Tour is worth it this weekend (1:31), Augusta National hosting a women's amateur (5:37) and the ceiling for Matt Kuchar in 2019 (8:03). Plus, whether to be concerned by Jordan Spieth's quotes from Hawaii (16:24) and the Desert Classic preview with picks to win (23:45).

Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson review Matt Kuchar's win at the Sony Open. First, addressing the reports of Kuchar short-changing local a caddie in the fall (2:40) then on to breaking down what the win means for his 2019 season (14:28). Plus, why there's major cause for concern with Jordan Spieth missing the cut (18:16), where JT fell short and other observations from the weekend action (22:48).