PGA Golf Picks This Weekend – Valero Texas Open April 2-5
Valero Texas Open Betting Preview
PGA golf picks this weekend from WagerTalk golf handicapper Andy Lang are available for the Valero Texas Open teeing off from TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course) in San Antonio, TX! Andy discusses his predictions, picks, who can trip you up, the course and more surrounding Valero Texas Open starting April 2!
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| Valero Texas Open | Valero Texas Open Betting Notes |
|---|---|
| When: | April 2-5 |
| Where: | TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course) in San Antonio, TX |
| Defending Champ: | Brian Harman |
| Current Favorite: | Tommy Fleetwood (+1425 at DraftKings) |
| TV: | NBC, ESPN+, Golf Channel, Peacock |
Valero Texas Open Course: TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course)
The 2026 Valero Texas Open heads to The Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio, a demanding layout that consistently tests every part of a player’s game.
This par-72 course stretches over 7,400 yards and is known for its tight fairways, penal rough, and elevated, multi-tiered greens.
Off the tee, players must be both long and accurate, as misses bring natural hazards, native areas, and difficult recovery angles into play.
The course is heavily influenced by Texas weather, and this week will be no different. Thunderstorms are possible Thursday morning, which could soften the course early and make greens more receptive for the first wave.
However, conditions are expected to shift dramatically with high winds on Friday afternoon, creating a potential wave advantage and making club selection and ball flight control critical.
Even in calm conditions, TPC San Antonio is a tough test, with some of the hardest greens to hit on Tour and limited easy scoring opportunities.
With changing weather and wind in play, expect a grind where ball-striking, patience, and the ability to adapt to conditions will separate contenders from the field.
Valero Texas Open: Players That Can Trip You Up
Si Woo Kim being priced as a Top 5 option this week makes no sense given the profile. His putting has been barely even over the last 30 days, which is a major concern on a course that rewards scoring.
He finished 50th in his last start and missed the cut here last year. At this price, you’re paying for upside that hasn’t shown up recently. Easy fade.
Rickie Fowler looked like he might be back earlier this season, but the recent form says otherwise. He’s finished 46th and missed the cut in his last two starts, with approach play collapsing at -0.55 strokes gained over that stretch.
He’s not long off the tee and his around-the green game hasn’t helped either. Add in finishes of 30th and a missed cut here the last two years, and being the 13th-highest priced golfer is far too aggressive.
He’s a trap this week. Gary Woodland is coming off two strong statistical performances, gaining +1.12 putting and +1.21 on approach, while still being one of the longest hitters in the field.
But zoom out, and the form is extremely volatile—four missed cuts, a 64th, and a 72nd before that short surge.
He finished 40th here last year, which doesn’t exactly inspire confidence. If those recent numbers regress even slightly, he falls right back into that inconsistent profile. This is a classic “don’t chase the heater” fade.
Valero Texas Open: DraftKings Darlings
Kevin Roy ($6,900) continues to be a steady value option in this range. He’s made five straight cuts and finished 40th here last year, showing he can handle the course.
The approach play has been a bit weak, but the rest of his game has picked up enough to compensate. In a weak field, that balance should be enough to get him through the weekend again. He’s a solid floor play with modest upside.
Tom Kim ($7,200) just keeps cashing tickets with his consistency. He’s made all eight cuts this season, and while the putting has been the only real weakness, his approach play and driving accuracy have been strong.
That profile fits well for making another weekend appearance. In this price range, reliability matters—and Kim brings plenty of it.
Tony Finau ($7,400) feels underpriced given his recent form. He’s made five straight cuts with finishes of 39th and 18th in his last two starts, and he made the cut here last year.
Driving accuracy is the main concern, as it hasn’t been sharp, but his irons and putting have both been trending well. If he keeps the ball in play off the tee, he has clear top-20 upside at this number.
Rest of Lineup: Michael Thorbjornsen $8900 Jordan Spiech $8900 Russell Henley $9800
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