Guide to wagering on the RBC Heritage: Top betting options, DFS advice, and additional insights

Following The Masters, the PGA Tour moves to South Carolina for the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links.

Last week focused on power, while this week emphasizes precision. Players will encounter small greens, narrow visuals, and numerous approach shots from 150 yards, making it a game of angles.

The competitors who excel here possess exceptional iron control and think strategically; they do not merely aim at pins but play intelligently. Historically, there may be unexpected winners, but as the field strengthens, it typically favors those with well-rounded skills.

This week, I am adjusting my approach to be slightly more conservative than usual. While I typically bet on Top 20 finishes, I am now leaning towards Top 10s and wagering on players who can convert advantageous positions into genuine opportunities.

Placement bets hinge on your risk appetite. The key consideration is how aggressive you wish to be with the same assessment.

Here are the players to keep in mind this week.

Odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook (with ties) and subject to change.

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Xander Schauffele: Top 5 +265 (with ties)

Full odds:

• Top 20 -186

• Top 10 +126

• To win +1500

Schauffele has returned to being a well-rounded player. That is the essence of the bet. The most significant change from last year is his putting. Previously, short game inconsistency hindered him in 2025, but that is no longer an issue. Coupled with elite ball striking, he emerges as one of the most dependable contenders in the field.

His ball striking is currently at its peak, having gained five or more strokes on approach in three consecutive events, including The Players, where he excelled across the board and hit all 14 fairways in a round. This indicates a player with complete command of his game. Such precision is advantageous on tighter courses and more challenging setups like this.

He also aligns perfectly with the key distance ranges this week, specifically from 150-200 yards, where many approach shots originate. At that distance, he ranks among the best in the field. Schauffele essentially has no significant weaknesses, no reliance on scrambling, and displays consistent performance.

This is why Top 5 +165 is more logical than Top 10 +125, as Schauffele is a genuine contender for victory. If you prefer a safer option, Top 10 is advisable, but if you believe this version of Schauffele is legitimate, Top 5 is the more advantageous bet, as it rewards his true potential if his game performs well.

Ludvig Åberg: Top 10 +176 (with ties)

Full odds:

• Top 20 -134

• Top 5 +375

• To win +2200

Aberg is among the most proficient tee-to-green players on tour, excelling off the tee with a combination of power and accuracy, consistently gaining strokes on approach. The concern is course fit. This course does not favor driver-heavy play, which slightly diminishes his primary strength, but it does not eliminate it. His advantage shifts from distance to control, which remains effective.

Ranking third in approach overall will enable Aberg to continue creating opportunities. His potential is evident, as demonstrated by his 63 at The Players last month, which was no fluke. When Aberg finds his rhythm, he can ascend the leaderboard rapidly.

Top 20 -134 is the more conservative choice, but it comes at a cost. Top 10 +176 presents a worthwhile calculated risk, as his profile is designed to compete.

Cameron Young: Top 10 +152 (with ties)

Full odds:

• Top 20 -154

• Top 5 +320

• To win +1800

Young is finally translating his elite skills into tangible results. This is the shift I am banking on. He ranks among the top drivers on tour, and even on a course that is not driver-centric, I trust his confidence off the tee. Combined with positive approach play, where he ranks ninth in strokes gained overall, he presents a legitimate top-tier profile. He won The Players and followed it with a strong performance at the Masters, including a 65, showcasing how quickly he can move up the leaderboard.

On paper, the 100-200 yard ranges do not fully support him. They appear average or below average at best, but one cannot solely rely on data, as his results at the most challenging courses tell a different story, gaining strokes with his irons. The key difference now is his putting, which previously hindered him but has improved sufficiently to unlock his potential. Top 10 is certainly a risk if relying on full-season data, but Young possesses significant upside with recent strong performances in competitive fields where he emerges as one of the best players.

Players to consider for Daily Fantasy

Jacob Bridgeman, $8,200

I considered betting on Bridgeman for a Top 20 at +128, but I lacked sufficient confidence for such a minimal return. He is a better fit for DFS than for betting due to his volatile profile, primarily gaining strokes with the putter. This aspect of a golfer’s game can fluctuate rapidly. In fantasy, volatility can be advantageous. If his putting remains effective, Bridgeman can rise up the leaderboard and exceed his fantasy value. In betting, I prefer to invest in consistency, and his approach play has been anything but reliable. When weighing fantasy against betting, I prioritize ceiling versus stability. Bridgeman aligns with one, but not both.

DFS player to fade

Collin Morikawa, $9,300

This is a matter of risk. He ranks first in approach and is among the top 10 in relevant iron metrics for this week. Avoiding him is not for the faint-hearted. His iron play is exceptional, but the back injury is a significant concern. He has withdrawn from several events, and even at Augusta, a T7 finish was more about survival than control. This does not equate to being fully prepared for another four-round challenge. At this price point, I would expect both stability and upside, but Morikawa’s health impacts both. If he wins, it will be contingent on his body holding up. This is not a bet or fantasy selection I wish to pursue this week.