The PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Fall series officially kicks off this week, and wow, how things have changed. What began in 2007 as the “Quest for the Card” has transformed into something much more dramatic. Seven tournaments will now decide the fate of dozens of players fighting for their 2026 tour cards. The evolution has been remarkable, but the pressure? That’s absolutely crushing.

Originally, these events served as a feeder system. Now they function as the last chance for players to secure their tour status. The stakes remain incredibly high despite smaller purses compared to regular-season events. The 2025 Procore Championship features a $6 million purse. However, this represents a significant drop from recent years. The tournament reached its peak in 2023 with an $8.4 million purse.

That year’s winner, Sahith Theegala, collected $1.512 million. The purse then plummeted by $2.4 million in 2024. This dramatic reduction continued into 2025, marking the lowest point since 2017.

The winner will now receive $1,080,000, which represents 18% of the total purse. This follows the PGA Tour’s standard distribution formula. Meanwhile, the runner-up earns $654,000 from the decreased pool. This prize structure reflects the challenging economics facing Fall series events.

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Officials set the cut line at the top 65 players and ties after 36 holes. This takes place at Silverado Resort’s North Course in Napa, California. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler headlines the field for his first appearance, as recent reports highlighted his commitment to playing before the Ryder Cup.

Procore Championship complete television and streaming coverage guide

The tournament runs from September 12-15 with comprehensive coverage options. Golf Channel provides the primary television coverage throughout the weekend. However, this year features a notable limitation compared to regular-season events.

Thursday, September 12: PGA Tour Live begins at 10:00 a.m. ET on ESPN+. Coverage continues until 9:00 p.m., offering extensive early-round action. Golf Channel takes over from 6:00-9:00 p.m. ET for prime-time coverage.

Friday, September 13: ESPN+ again provides PGA Tour Live from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET. Golf Channel offers a shorter window from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET. This creates a coverage gap during peak afternoon hours.

Weekend Coverage: Saturday and Sunday feature Golf Channel exclusivity from 6:00-9:00 p.m. ET. Notably, PGA Tour Live disappears entirely on weekends. This marks a significant departure from regular-season events.

Streaming alternatives include Sling TV at $57-58 monthly total. The base plan costs $46, plus $11 for the Sports Extra package containing Golf Channel. Fubo offers another option starting at $84.99 monthly.

The coverage limitations reflect the Fall series’ positioning in the tour hierarchy. Regular signature events receive network television and extended streaming coverage. Fall events compete directly with NFL programming, creating viewership challenges.

This year’s tournament features an unprecedented 10 of 12 U.S. Ryder Cup team members. Only Xander Schauffele (home with newborn) and Bryson DeChambeau (LIV Golf ineligibility) miss the gathering. This star power rarely appears in Fall events, making the viewing investment worthwhile despite limited coverage windows.

Will this unique field overcome the Fall series viewership curse? The answer depends partly on the Golf Channel’s ability to capture the Ryder Cup preparation storylines.