The FedExCup Playoffs are just around the corner, and the Wyndham Championship is the final stop before the postseason. In this video, we break down the minimum finishes required for each player to make the cut and advance to the FedEx St. Jude Championship. From Matti Schmid’s precarious position at 70th in the FedExCup standings to the long shots who need a win to qualify, we’ve got you covered. Tune in to find out who’s in and who’s out of the running for the FedExCup Playoffs.
The stakes are high for advancing in the FedExCup Playoffs, but the first step is simply getting in. Players outside the top 70 will face a high-pressure week at the venerable Donald Ross-designed Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina. Will they be able to pull off a dramatic finish to make the cut? Watch to find out.
Key players to watch include Matti Schmid, Tony Finau, Rickie Fowler, and Davis Riley. Who will make the cut and who will fall short? The tension is building, and we’re excited to see how it all plays out.
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FedEx Cup playoffs scenarios. Windham Championship finishes needed to make the cut. The excitement is palpable as the Windham Championship approaches, marking the final opportunity for golfers to secure their spots in the FedEx Cup playoffs. This prestigious event will determine which players among the top 70 in the seasonlong FedEx Cup standings will advance to the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the first of three playoff events. Currently, Mattie Schmid from Germany holds the precarious position of being the bubble boy. At 70th place in the FedEx Cup standings, he will be striving to maintain his position against those eager to overtake him. For each player listed, the finish next to their name indicates the lowest position they can achieve on the leaderboard while still having a chance to break into the top 70. It’s important to note that this does not guarantee a playoff spot. It merely means they could surpass the current 70th place. Additionally, players ranked below 173 will not qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs, even if they win. Those ranked between 71 and 173 who are not mentioned are not participating in this event. Here’s a breakdown of the minimum finishes required for players to have a shot at making the FedEx Cup playoffs. Tony Fenow 60th, 681 points, currently safe in the top 70. Ricky Fowler, 61st, 656 points. Also comfortably within the top 70. Davis Riley 62nd, 652 points in a secure position as well. Evan Yu 63rd 645 points safe for now. Eric Van Royan 64th 634 points currently in the top 70. Nikico Echavaria 65th 628 points safe for the moment. Emmeliano Grio 66 628 points also within the top 70. Cam Davis 67th 616 points currently safe. Patrick Rogers 68th 616 points in a secure position. Bjang Hun an 69th 595 points safe for now. Mattie Schmid 70th 595 points holding on to the last player. Here are the minimum finishes required for players ranked 71st and below to have a chance. Nikolai Hoygard, 71st, 590 points, needs to finish solo 63rd. Keith Mitchell, 72nd, 590 points, must finish solo 58th. Chris Kirk, 73rd, 582 points, needs a solo 43rd finish. Christian Duidenhout 74th, 575 points. A solo 36th finish is required. Gary Woodland, 75th, 562 points, needs to finish solo 25th. Kevin Roy, 76th, 556 points. A solo 23rd finish is necessary. Alex Smallley, 77th, 554 points, must finish solo 22nd. Davis Thompson, 78th, 552 points, needs a solo 21st finish. Eric Cole, 79th, 546 points. A solo 18th finish is required. William Mau 80th, 527 points. Needs to finish solo 11th. The competition is fierce and the pressure is mounting as players vy for their chance to advance. The top 50 players after the FedEx St. Jude Championship will qualify for all signature events in 2025, while the top 30 after the BMW Championship will earn a spot in the 2025 Masters. The journey to the FedEx Cup playoffs is not just about making it in. It’s about setting the stage for future success. As the Windham Championship unfolds at the historic Sedgefield Country Club, designed by Donald Ross in Greensboro, North Carolina, players outside the top 70 will face an intense week filled with pressure. All set against the serene backdrop of the Carolinas. What do you think about the current standings? Who do you believe has the best chance to make a surprising leap into the playoffs? Share your thoughts in the comments.
