The FedExCup Fall is heating up as players battle for their PGA TOUR status. In this video, we analyze the midway point of the seven-event session, highlighting the risers and fallers in the FedExCup rankings.
Garrick Higgo has been the standout performer, jumping from 99th to 57th, thanks to impressive finishes in the first three events. His rise could set him up for a breakthrough season, following in the footsteps of past top-60 finishers.
On the other hand, Joel Dahmen has struggled, missing cuts and dropping out of the top-100. We examine his recent form and the challenges he faces to secure his status for 2026.
Other risers include Steven Fisk, who won the Sanderson Farms Championship, and Michael Thorbjornsen, who has found consistency with four top-five finishes. Rico Hoey’s switch to a long putter has also paid dividends, pushing him closer to the top-100.
We also discuss fallers like Stephen Jaeger, who needs to prioritize the remaining events, and Tom Kim, whose stagnant performance hasn’t met expectations.
With four events left, the FedExCup Fall promises intense competition. Stay tuned as we follow the players’ journeys and the impact on their careers.
Get ready for some intense action as we dive into the midway point of the FedEx Cup fall. A crucial phase for many PGA Tour players. With only four events left, the pressure is on and the stakes are high. The battle for status guarantees beyond this season is heating up and some players are rising to the challenge while others are struggling to keep up. The FedEx Cup fall session is a make orb breakak moment for a significant portion of the PGA Tour. Only the top 100 players will secure full status for the 2026 season. A significant drop from the previous 125. This means the next month will be a nailbiting journey as these athletes fight for their careers and positioning. As we take a breather before the Bank of Utah Championship next week, let’s analyze the risers and fallers so far and anticipate the drama that awaits us in the remaining events. Risers Garrick Higo Garrick Higo is on fire. He already secured his status for 2026 with his win at the Kerali’s Puntaana Championship earlier this year. His performance during the FedEx Cup full has been nothing short of exceptional. Higo has dominated the tour, finishing in a tie for seventh at the Procore Championship, becoming the runner up at the Sanderson Farms Championship and tying for fourth at the Bayurren Classic. His impressive run has catapulted him from 99th to 57th in the FedEx Cup rankings. A remarkable achievement. Finishing between 51st and 60th in the FedEx Cup 4 is a coveted position as it grants entry to prestigious events like the AT Pebble Beach ProAm and the Genesis Invitational. Higo is the only golfer currently in the top 60 who wasn’t there at the start of the fall. And if he maintains his momentum, he could follow in the footsteps of Ludvig Orberg 2023 and Maverick McNeely 2024, who both had breakthrough seasons after securing a top 60 position. Steven Fisk. Steven Fisk, the man who beat Higo at the Sanderson Farms Championship, is another riser worth noting. Fisk was outside the top 100 bubble, ranking 135th before his maiden victory at Jackson Country Club, which rocketed him to 65th. While superstars like Scotty Sheffller and Xander Shawley took the spotlight with their wins in other fall events, Fisk represents the underdog story. Before his career-changing win, Fisk had only one other top 10 finish in 22 events. He’s making the most of this fall season. Just as it was intended, a chance for players to shine and secure their future. Michael Forbjönson. Michael Forbjönson, the former world amateur number one, might finally be finding his groove at the perfect time. He finished T13 at the Procore Championship and contended at the Bay Current Classic, finishing solo third. For Bjönson, a Stanford graduate, has shown glimpses of his elite talent since earning his tour card straight out of college through PGA Tour University. But he hadn’t been consistent enough. However, he’s shedding that inconsistent label, missing only one cut since April and racking up four top five finishes during that stretch. The fall season has been a continuation of his great play. And with his card secured for 2026, Forbjönson is poised for a leap. Whether he achieves it with a win this fall or early next season, he’s a popular candidate to watch. Rico Hoey. Rico Hoey, a 30-year-old Filipino, has become one of the most impressive ball strikers on the PGA Tour. However, until this fall, his putting let him down. Hoey switched to a long putter before the Procore Championship, and the improvements could be the key to saving his job. Hoe’s recent performances have been impressive, finishing T9 at the Procore and T4 at the Bay Current with a missed cut at the Sanderson Farms in between. This run has pushed him over the top 100 bubble, moving from 106th to 91st. While he’s not entirely safe yet with four events remaining, Hoey could secure another year on tour and potentially find a longlasting solution for his putting woes. Fallers, Joel Dar. Joel Dar has had a challenging start to the fall season, hoping to avoid a second consecutive stressful fall. Last year, Dharm’s status came down to the wire at the RSN Classic, where he pulled off a series of heroics to make the cut and contend, ultimately securing his place on the right side of the bubble. This fall, he’s had the opposite experience, dropping out of the top 100. Dharm began the fall ranked 93rd, but missed the cut in his first two events and finished T69 in the 78 man no cut baker. He’s now 103rd in the FedEx Cup fall. Dharm has missed the cut in nine of his last 14 events dating back to April. A concerning trend. Steven Jagger with Higo’s rise into the top 60. Steven Jagger has the unfortunate distinction of being the only player inside the top 60 at the start of the fall who has fallen out. Jagger has only played once this fall finishing T44 at the Sanderson farms which has contributed to his decline. While his game hasn’t fallen off significantly, if Jerger doesn’t prioritize the remaining fall schedule, he could find himself on the outside looking in at the first few signature events of 2026. Tom Kim. Tom Kim’s situation is a bit unique. While he doesn’t technically qualify as a faller based on the FedEx Cup full standings, he’s also not a riser, which is a concern. Kim began the FedEx Cup ranked 94th, and after three events, he’s still 94th. He’s played every fall event, but his only notable finish was a T11 at the Sanderson Farms. Kim’s card is locked up through 2026, so he doesn’t have to worry about the top 100 bubble. However, he had set his sights on using the fall to push for the top 60, and that goal hasn’t materialized yet. In this context, stagnating is almost as bad as falling. As we head into the final stretch of the FedEx Cup fall, the competition will only intensify. Who will rise to the top and who will fall by the wayside? Stay tuned and don’t forget to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments.
