Sam Burns
USA · Age 28
#27
World Ranking
64.0
Avg DFS Points
4.5%
Win Rate
82%
Cut Rate
Player Overview
Sam Burns has steadily built one of the most impressive resumes among the PGA Tour's under-30 generation, with multiple victories demonstrating his ability to close out tournaments. The LSU product from Shreveport, Louisiana combines solid ball-striking with excellent putting, a combination that has produced four PGA Tour victories and counting. Burns's game is well-suited to a variety of course types, though he tends to perform best at venues where putting is a significant differentiator. His comfort on bermuda grass greens, a product of growing up in Louisiana, gives him an edge at Southern venues. Burns's consistency and ceiling potential make him a strong all-around DFS option who can anchor both cash game and GPP lineups.
Strokes Gained Profile
Sam Burns's strokes gained breakdown shows where they gain or lose strokes relative to the PGA Tour field average. Positive values indicate above-average performance in that category.
Recent Tournament Results
| Tournament | Finish |
|---|---|
| Charles Schwab Challenge | 1st |
| Valspar Championship | 1st |
| THE PLAYERS Championship | T21 |
| Arnold Palmer Invitational | T16 |
| Masters Tournament | T20 |
Best Course Fits
Courses where Sam Burns's strokes gained profile aligns best with the demands of the venue, based on BirdieVantage's course-fit model.
Worst Course Fits
Courses where Sam Burns's skill profile is a poor match, suggesting they may underperform relative to salary in DFS.
DFS Strategy Tips for Sam Burns
Burns excels on bermuda grass putting surfaces. Target him at TPC Sawgrass, Bay Hill, and other bermuda-green venues.
His putting prowess creates consistent scoring, making him a solid cash game option in the mid-tier salary range.
Burns tends to play well in bunches — when he's in form, ride the hot streak in DFS.
His ownership is typically moderate (8-14%), offering decent GPP leverage without being truly contrarian.
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