2025 Travelers Championship Predictions: Top Picks, Odds & DFS Strategy Guide

The final signature event of the PGA Tour season is set for this week at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. Following the dramatic U.S. Open in Pennsylvania, the 2025 Travelers Championship welcomes a stacked field. Recent U.S. Open winner J.J. Spaun joins 45 of the top 50 golfers in the Official World Golf Ranking, including powerhouses like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele.

Scottie Scheffler ($13,300)

Coming off a top-10 finish at the U.S. Open, Scottie Scheffler returns as the defending Travelers Champion with favorable conditions and course history. TPC River Highlands rewards Scheffler’s strengths — precision driving and wedge control — especially on Pete Dye-designed courses, where he has excelled historically. With three wins in his last five events and a strong record at this venue, Scheffler is a premium pick at +280 on DraftKings, offering both upside and consistency.

2025 Travelers Championship Odds

Odds via BetMGM Sportsbook (Updated Tuesday, 3:17 p.m. ET)

The PGA Tour cleverly capitalizes on the energy of the U.S. Open, but fatigue might weigh on some elite players. The decision point remains with Scheffler, who is difficult to bet against but offers minimal value at +275. This leads analysts to explore value further down the betting board.

Outright Winner Picks

Conservative Pick: Collin Morikawa (+1600)

Though confidence is low, Collin Morikawa presents a compelling case in a reduced-field, signature event. While not heavily involved at Oakmont, he showcased strong final-round iron play and finished T-23, following a T-13 at River Highlands last season. His form and elite ball-striking could align for a breakthrough here.

Top-10 Finishing Picks

Conservative Pick: Jordan Spieth (+320)

Despite his memorable 2017 bunker hole-out win, Jordan Spieth hasn’t cracked the top 40 at this event since. However, his recent form suggests a return to relevance. While it may not lead to a major or win, Spieth appears close to a meaningful result — a top-10 finish here could mark that shift.

Aggressive Pick: Cameron Young (+320)

Having hit on a top-40 at the RBC Canadian Open and top-20 at the U.S. Open, Cameron Young is steadily gaining momentum. With another tournament in the Northeast, there’s little reason to back off now. A top-10 finish is within reach.

First-Round Leader Picks

Aaron Rai (+5000)

A frequent Thursday standout, Rai recently shot a 65 at the Truist and 67 at the PGA Championship, making him a compelling first-round leader option.

Rickie Fowler (+5000)

Inconsistent results haven’t overshadowed Fowler’s ceiling at this event. Despite missing three cuts in seven years, his other four starts were all top-20 finishes. He’s a viable choice for single-round or finishing position plays.

Expert Kannon has revealed his top bets for the 2025 Travelers Championship, including a high-value longshot with strong results on comparable courses. This underdog could emerge with a surprise win in Cromwell.