We’re monitoring the cut line at the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson to see which PGA Tour stars could miss the cut at TPC Craig Ranch in Texas.
Jordan Spieth is one of the biggest names at his hometown tournament, but after shooting 3 under in the first round, he’ll need to avoid falling back if he wants to play the weekend. He responded by shooting six straight birdies en route to taking the lead, leaving reigning champion Scottie Scheffler closer to the new cut line before his day started.
Only the top 65 players (plus ties) after two rounds will advance to play Rounds 3 and 4. Matti Schmid, who was in the final pairing at last week’s PGA Championship, could also miss the cut. Same with Garrick Higgo, who replaced his caddie after a two-stroke penalty for being late to the tee box prevented him from making the cut at Aronimink. Keep an eye out for Rasmus Højgaard, Billy Horschel and Max Greyserman as well. Scroll down for the latest updates around the cut line at the Byron Nelson.
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CJ Cup Byron Nelson cut line
As of 12:45 p.m. Friday, the projected cut line at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson fell to 4 under par after previously being 3 under. Players with a score of 4 under or better after today’s round would qualify for the weekend’s rounds if the cut line holds through the end of the round. Projections from DataGolf estimate the final cut line likely will be 5 or 6 under.
Players to watch on Byron Nelson cut line
Players marked with an asterisk started their rounds on the back nine.
How many players make the cut at CJ Cup Byron Nelson?
Of the 147 players who entered the tournament, 65 are guaranteed to make the cut and play this weekend. That number can grow to account for ties. Last year, 70 players made the cut at 3 under.
Where to watch CJ Cup 2026
Round 2 of the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson broadcasts nationally on Golf Channel starting at 3 p.m. Rounds 3 and 4 will start on Golf Channel at 1 p.m. before switching to CBS at 3 p.m. April 25-26. Featured group and hole streaming from PGA Tour Live is available on the ESPN app with a subscription to the Select plan.
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: What is cut line at CJ Cup Byron Nelson? Tracking who could miss cut
Reporting by Dan Rorabaugh, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Palm Beach Post
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