UPDATE: The cut line at the 2026 Players Championship is officially set at 1 over par, with significant implications for top golfers as Round 2 begins at 11:10 a.m. ET today. All eyes are on star players including Rory McIlroy, who is currently at 2 over, and Scottie Scheffler, who remains at even par.
The defending champion McIlroy withdrew from last week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational due to a back injury and is struggling to find his form after early bogeys. Meanwhile, Scheffler, a two-time Players winner, continues to battle inconsistent starts but has never missed a cut in this prestigious tournament.
In a dramatic return, Brooks Koepka enters Round 2 also at even par, showcasing his resilience after switching from LIV Golf. Si Woo Kim, the 2017 champion, along with players like Shane Lowry, Jake Knapp, Aaron Rai, and Max Greyserman, must deliver strong performances today to secure their spots for the weekend.
As of now, a total of 65 out of 123 golfers are assured a place in the weekend rounds, with possibilities for ties and players within 10 strokes of the lead also gaining entry. Last year’s cut was at 1 over, a benchmark that might be repeated based on current projections from Data Golf, which estimate the cut line could remain at 1 over or extend to 2 over.
Fans can watch the action unfold live on Golf Channel starting at 1 p.m. ET, with rounds 3 and 4 airing on NBC at 2 p.m. March 14 and 1 p.m. March 15. For additional coverage, streaming options are available through the ESPN app with a subscription to the Select plan.
Stay tuned for further updates as this thrilling tournament progresses, and witness which top players will survive to compete over the weekend!
