The latest episode of Out of Bounds previews the 2026 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, where a $25 million purse and 750 FedExCup points are on the line. The conversation centers on the tournament’s biggest storylines, including Scottie Scheffler’s pursuit of a rare third Players title and defending champion Rory McIlroy’s status after withdrawing from the Arnold Palmer Invitational with back spasms but planning to arrive at Sawgrass ahead of the event. The show also examines the PGA Tour’s ongoing generational shift, with schedule chatter, major status, and much more in play. The episode also touches on the unique challenge of TPC Sawgrass — particularly the iconic island-green 17th — and what it typically takes statistically to win one of golf’s most demanding tournaments.

Akshay Bhatia captured the biggest win of his career Sunday, defeating Daniel Berger in a playoff at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after a dramatic finish at Bay Hill. On the latest episode of the Out of Bounds podcast Josh Durso and Nate Sharman break down Bhatia’s late surge, including an eagle on the 16th hole and a back-nine charge that forced extra holes. The episode also explores controversy surrounding Bhatia’s putting technique, Rory McIlroy’s withdrawal due to a back injury, Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf victory in Hong Kong, and Ricky Castillo’s first PGA Tour win at the Puerto Rico Open.

Josh Durso and Nate Sharman preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, one of the most difficult courses on the PGA Tour schedule. The episode breaks down the betting odds with Scottie Scheffler favored, Rory McIlroy chasing his 30th PGA Tour victory, and defending champion Russell Henley returning to defend his title. They also discuss Luke Donald’s return as Team Europe’s Ryder Cup captain for 2027, plus sleeper picks, longshot bets, and a playoff prop that might finally hit at Bay Hill. The show also touches on the Puerto Rico Open and LIV Golf’s stop in Hong Kong before wrapping up another week on the Out of Bounds podcast.