FREE 04/10 PGA Cheat Sheet: Masters DFS Plays

The Masters is finally here, bringing us the most prestigious event in golf and one of the most exciting DFS slates of the year. With a field of 95 players, including 12 from LIV Golf and five amateurs, this week offers plenty of opportunities to build competitive lineups. The average salary sits at $7,323, making it possible to roster a mix of elite players and mid-tier options without sacrificing quality. However, with no strong value plays (12x+ value), choosing the right core will be critical. Augusta National’s familiar challenges—lightning-fast bentgrass greens, treacherous elevation changes, and demanding par-4s—highlight the importance of targeting players who excel in strokes gained: approach, scrambling, and par-5 scoring.

Key storylines include Rory McIlroy’s quest for the career Grand Slam after a red-hot start to 2025 and Scottie Scheffler’s attempt to defend his title—a feat no one has achieved since Tiger Woods in 2002. While long hitters often dominate here, Augusta rewards precision just as much as power. Course history remains a strong predictor of success, so prioritizing past performers at Augusta is a sound strategy. With three highly owned players projected above 20%, leveraging lower-owned options in your lineup could make all the difference in GPPs. Let’s dive into our top plays for this slate.

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Premium Plays ($10,000+)

Top Play: Scottie Scheffler ($12,400)

Scottie Scheffler comes into the Masters as one of the most expensive players on the slate, and for good reason. His ball-striking has been nothing short of elite this season, and his ability to gain strokes across all categories gives him a high floor and ceiling at Augusta. With an 84.3% make-cut rate and a projected 83.3 DraftKings points, Scheffler offers both consistency and upside in a tournament that rewards all-around play. His recent form is solid, highlighted by a runner-up finish at the Houston Open where he gained strokes in every category and led the field in scrambling—a skill that will be critical on Augusta’s challenging greens.

The downside here is his elevated ownership (24.3%), but it’s hard to argue against it given his well-rounded game and high optimal lineup percentage (24.9%). While paying $12,400 limits roster flexibility, Scheffler’s combination of safety and win equity makes him worth considering even as chalk. His recent top-5 finishes show he’s in strong form, and his ability to handle pressure-packed situations bodes well for another strong showing at Augusta. If you’re comfortable eating some chalk in tournaments or need a cornerstone for cash games, Scheffler fits the bill perfectly.

Other Premium Options

• Collin Morikawa ($10,500, MakeCut: 80.5%, Own: 22.0%)
• Rory McIlroy ($11,100, MakeCut: 74.3%, Own: 22.5%)
• Jon Rahm ($10,400, MakeCut: 80.3%, Own: 13.6%)

Mid-Range Plays ($8,000-$9,999)

Top Play: Shane Lowry ($8,800)

Shane Lowry ($8,800) brings a compelling combination of recent form and course fit to Augusta, making him a strong option in both cash games and tournaments. He’s coming off three consecutive top-20 finishes, highlighted by his excellent iron play at THE PLAYERS Championship, where he ranked fourth in Strokes Gained: Approach. That kind of ball-striking translates well to the Masters, where precision on approach shots is critical. With a solid 68.1% make-cut rate and a projection of 68.4 DraftKings points, Lowry offers a reliable floor for his price point while maintaining upside thanks to his ability to contend in difficult conditions.

At 15.4% projected ownership, Lowry will be one of the more popular mid-tier plays this week, but it’s hard to argue against the chalk here. His $8,800 salary feels appropriate given his recent form and ranking ninth in cash-game viability for the tournament. While he has struggled with the putter at times—losing strokes on the greens at Sawgrass—his tee-to-green consistency should keep him in contention on Augusta’s demanding layout. If you’re comfortable eating some chalk, Lowry provides a nice mix of safety and upside at this price range.

Other Mid-Range Options

• Joaquin Niemann ($9,300, MakeCut: 70.7%, Own: 9.7%)
• Justin Thomas ($9,600, MakeCut: 66.3%, Own: 12.7%)
• Russell Henley ($8,400, MakeCut: 66.7%, Own: 17.1%)

Value Plays ($7,000-$7,999)

First Value Play: Corey Conners ($7,900)

Corey Conners ($7,900) brings a strong combination of recent form and course fit to the Masters, making him a compelling mid-range option despite elevated ownership. His ball-striking has been excellent, as he’s gained at least 6.8 strokes tee-to-green in four consecutive starts, including a seventh-place finish in SG: Off-the-Tee at the Valero Texas Open. Augusta National rewards elite ball-strikers, and Conners’ ability to consistently find greens (he ranked seventh in GIR percentage last week) aligns well with what’s required here. While his putting remains a weakness—he ranked just 49th in SG: Putting at Valero—his steady tee-to-green play gives him both cut-making reliability (64.1%) and tournament upside (15.8% Optimal Lineup rate).

At 17% projected ownership, Conners will be one of the more popular plays in this price range, but the chalk feels justified given his track record and skillset for Augusta. He ranks ninth overall in tournament projections and third in cash-game value, which underscores his balanced profile for both safety and upside. While he may lack some win equity compared to higher-priced options, his salary efficiency (8.17x value) makes him an ideal piece for balanced builds or as a second-tier anchor in GPPs. If you’re comfortable eating some chalk, Conners is well-positioned to deliver solid results this week.

Second Value Play: Sepp Straka ($7,600)

Sepp Straka ($7,600) offers intriguing value at the Masters, especially given his strong ball-striking metrics and recent form. At THE PLAYERS Championship, he gained 5.8 strokes ball striking and ranked T6 in fairways hit, showcasing a skill set that should translate well to Augusta National’s demanding tee-to-green test. While his around-the-green play has been inconsistent (ranked 70th in SG: Around-the-Green at Sawgrass), his ability to keep the ball in play and hit greens in regulation provides a solid foundation for success here. With a projected 65.85 DraftKings points and an optimal lineup percentage of 13.96%, Straka grades out as one of the best values in this price range.

However, Straka’s elevated ownership at 18.4%—nearly triple the field average—makes him a chalkier option that could limit differentiation in tournaments. That said, the high rostership is justified by his combination of value (8.66x) and recent consistency, including a T14 finish at THE PLAYERS and a late surge to T5 at Bay Hill. His make-cut percentage of 63.41% isn’t elite but is respectable for this salary tier, making him especially appealing in cash lineups where safety matters more than uniqueness. For GPPs, pairing Straka with lower-owned pivots could be a way to offset his popularity while still capitalizing on his upside at this price point.

Other Value Options

• Keegan Bradley ($7,000, MakeCut: 57.0%, Own: 12.8%)
• Daniel Berger ($7,100, MakeCut: 56.2%, Own: 10.1%)
• Sergio Garcia ($7,100, MakeCut: 62.1%, Own: 12.9%)

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