Rory McIlroy: Scottie Scheffler is POY, ‘we’re all effed’ if his putter stays hot

Rory McIlroy has stated that Scottie Scheffler deserves the PGA Tour Player of the Year award, settling what had been considerable debate entering the FedExCup playoffs. McIlroy also warned that rivals face serious trouble if Scheffler's putting remains at a high level, quipping 'we're all effed' if his putter stays hot. The comments were published on August 19, 2026, by Golf Channel's Ryan Lavner.