Ryder Cup 2025: Scheffler Leads as Team USA's Roster Takes Shape

The Ryder Cup 2025 Team USA is taking shape, with the qualification period running through the BMW Championship on August 17, 2025. Captain Keegan Bradley will then make his six captain's picks after the Tour Championship.

Here's a breakdown of how the team is currently looking, keeping in mind that these are projections and subject to change based on player performance in the coming months:

Current Automatic Qualifiers (Top 6 in points as of July 2, 2025):

• Scottie Scheffler: Has mathematically clinched his spot and is a definite leader for the team.
• Xander Schauffele: A strong contender and highly likely to be an automatic qualifier.
• J.J. Spaun: Has had a breakout year, including a U.S. Open win, and is currently in a strong position to make his Ryder Cup debut.
• Russell Henley: Also in good form and on track for an automatic spot.
• Bryson DeChambeau: Currently holding an automatic spot, marking a return to the Ryder Cup after missing the last one.
• Justin Thomas: Clinging to an automatic spot, and despite some recent mixed form, he's a proven match-play performer.

Potential Captain's Picks / Players on the Bubble (ranked outside the top 6 but with strong chances):

• Collin Morikawa: Just outside the automatic spots, but a consistent player and likely to be a captain's pick if he doesn't qualify automatically.
• Ben Griffin: Having a strong year and is a top contender for a rookie captain's pick.
• Keegan Bradley: The U.S. Team Captain has been in excellent form and is even in contention to qualify for his own team on points, which would be a rare occurrence.
• Harris English: Another player having a good season and could be a strong consideration for a pick.
• Maverick McNealy: Showing good form and in the mix.
• Brian Harman: A solid player who could be in consideration.
• Patrick Cantlay: Despite some recent struggles, his strong record in team events makes him a strong candidate for a captain's pick.
• Sam Burns: Another player who has performed well in team competitions.
• Jordan Spieth: While currently outside the automatic spots and dealing with an injury, his charisma and match-play ability could make him a compelling captain's pick if his form returns.
• Cameron Young: Has been a strong performer and is often mentioned as a potential pick due to his talent and course fit for Bethpage Black.
• Brooks Koepka: Despite being lower in the current rankings, his major championship pedigree and past Ryder Cup success (including a win at Bethpage) could make him an attractive pick for Captain Bradley.

U.S. Team Captain:

• Keegan Bradley

U.S. Vice-Captains (announced so far):

• Jim Furyk
• Kevin Kisner
• Webb Simpson
• Brandt Snedeker
• Gary Woodland

The Ryder Cup will be held from September 26-28, 2025, at Bethpage Black in New York, and the final team will be announced after the BMW Championship and Tour Championship.