Fantasy Golf Tournament Preview- John Deere Classic

OVERVIEW

The John Deere Classic, aka “The Quad Cities Major” is already here and we’re already a week away from the Open Championship. This year will be a bit different without the Golden Boy (Spieth, 2x winner), but a lot of the regulars are still showing up. Zach Johnson, Ryan Moore, Brian Harman and a slew of other really fun to watch golfers (sarcasm) tee it up this week on a track that’s played as the easiest course on Tour over the past five years. Lastly, don’t be worried about players focus this week. The JDC accommodates those heading overseas for the Open with a charter flight and if someone who isn’t already in the field for next week is in contention (Top 5) I’m sure their focus will be in Illinois.

TOURNAMENT BACKGROUND

• The Course
• TPC Deere Run
• Par 71
• 7,268 yards
• Bentgrass greens
• Location: Silvis, IL
• Past Champions:
• 2016: Ryan Moore -22 over Ben Martin
• 2015: Jordan Spieth -20 in a playoff over Tom Gillis
• 2014: Brian Harman -22 over Zach Johnson
• 2013: Jordan Spieth -19 in a playoff over David Hearn & Zach Johnson
• 2012: Zach Johnson -20 in a playoff over Troy Matteson

KEY STATS TO TARGET

• Strong Emphasis – SG: Putting, SG: T2G, SG: OTT + SG: APP, Birdie or Better %
• Important – Approach 150-175, Approach 50-125 (good wedge games = success. See: Johnson, Zach)

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