BREAKING: The cut line at the 2026 Players Championship is shaping up to be a nail-biter, with major implications for top PGA Tour players. As of 11:10 a.m. ET, the projected cut line sits at 1 over par, leaving several stars in jeopardy of missing the weekend rounds at TPC Sawgrass.
In a surprising twist, both top-ranked players in the world, Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, have struggled during their first rounds. Scheffler enters Round 2 at even par, a continuation of his inconsistent starts, although he has yet to miss a cut at this prestigious tournament. Meanwhile, defending champion McIlroy is facing pressure after a back injury forced him to withdraw from last week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational. He begins today’s round at 2 over par, needing a strong performance to secure his place for the weekend.
Brooks Koepka, returning to TPC Sawgrass after his move to LIV Golf, is also at even par, while multiple past champions like Si Woo Kim must rally to make the cut. Other players in a tight spot include Shane Lowry, Jake Knapp, Aaron Rai, and Max Greyserman, all of whom need solid second rounds to continue their campaigns.
As the tournament unfolds, a total of 123 golfers are competing, with 65 players currently guaranteed to advance to the weekend. The cut could potentially allow more players based on ties and those within ten strokes of the lead. Last year, the cut was set at 1 over par, and this year could follow suit depending on today’s performances.
Fans can catch all the action live, with Round 2 airing on Golf Channel starting at 1 p.m. ET. Rounds 3 and 4 will be broadcast on NBC at 2 p.m. ET on March 14 and 1 p.m. ET on March 15. For those looking for more coverage, exclusive streaming options are available via the PGA Tour Live on the ESPN app, provided you have a subscription to the Select plan.
Stay tuned as we monitor the cut line and keep you informed of any changes that could affect these top players. The tension is palpable as the round progresses, and every stroke counts!
