Scottie Scheffler explained that he would be willing to weigh in on the selection of future Team USA Ryder Cup captains if the PGA of America approached him for advice. The current captain, Jim Furyk, was named to lead the United States squad for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor on Friday. Furyk, who captured the U.S.

Open title in 2003, previously captained the team in 2018, a year in which Europe triumphed over the United States in Paris. Tiger Woods had been the leading candidate to replace Keegan Bradley as captain, but he eliminated himself from consideration after deciding to step away from competitive golf following his March automobile accident.

With Woods out of the running, the PGA of America moved swiftly to appoint 55‑year‑old Furyk, tasking him with the formidable challenge of guiding the U.S. side to an overseas victory after consecutive defeats in Rome (2025) and New York (2023).

Speculation has been rife about whether Furyk is the optimal choice to restore American dominance. Ahead of the Cadillac Championship in Miami, Scheffler was asked if the PGA of America had ever consulted him about possible captain candidates.

"No, I have no input at all," Scheffler answered plainly. "I only learned about the decision when it was announced." When pressed about whether he would like to have a say, Scheffler responded, "If they want my opinion, I'm happy to give it. But the Ryder Cup is run by the PGA of America, not the PGA Tour, and it isn’t a players‑only decision. If they need my thoughts, they have my phone number – I filled out a mountain of paperwork just to get into the tournament, after all." Scheffler noted that Team USA operates a Ryder Cup selection committee composed of three PGA of America executives and three PGA Tour players.

He mentioned that Jordan Spieth is one of the player representatives and said he would reach out to Spieth for further insight into the committee’s workings. Furyk, who first appeared at a Ryder Cup in 1997, has been involved in every edition of the event for three decades, either as a competitor or in a leadership role.

As a player, he competed in nine straight Ryder Cups from 1997 through 2014, winning only two of those contests. Scheffler, who made his Ryder Cup debut at Whistling Straits in 2021, played under Furyk’s captaincy at the 2024 Presidents Cup and praised the veteran’s leadership style. "Jim and his wife Tabitha are wonderful people," Scheffler said.

"Jim is an exceptional leader—he’s incredibly organized and brings a wealth of experience from countless team events, whether as a player or a captain. He’s been part of Ryder Cup teams for what feels like forever, and his long career gives him a deep understanding of what it takes to win. I think he’ll do a fantastic job." The conversation took place as Scheffler arrived at Trump National Doral having missed out on victories at both the Masters and the RBC Heritage. He fell one shot short of Rory McIlroy at Augusta and then lost a playoff to Matt Fitzpatrick at Harbour Town.

After a disappointing stretch that saw him miss the top‑20 at the Players Championship and the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the four‑time major champion appears to have regained his form. He enters the Cadillac Championship as the favorite, especially with Fitzpatrick and McIlroy opting to skip the event. Looking ahead, Scheffler is expected to take a brief break after the Cadillac Championship to prepare for the PGA Championship, which will be televised on Sky Sports from May 11‑17.

However, the primary focus for many will shift to Shinnecock Hills a month later, where Scheffler has a chance to complete the career Grand Slam by capturing the U.S. Open. "I would love to win the U.S. Open," Scheffler said when asked about his Grand Slam ambitions.

"It’s a tournament I adore. I love my country and would be thrilled to claim my national open. I’ve had success there before, and the course suits my game. I’m excited to head to Shinnecock this year and hope to make it happen." He reflected on his journey, noting, "Growing up, you always have dreams.

I dreamed of playing on the PGA Tour, of winning majors, and of competing in events like The Players Championship. Now I get to live that dream every week, traveling, competing, and loving the competition.

Playing competitive golf on the Tour is one of my favorite things in the world. I wish I could play my best every single week, but I have to build a cadence into my schedule so I can stay physically ready and perform at my highest level consistently." The Cadillac Championship will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, with the opening round kicking off at 4 p.m. on Thursday.

Fans can watch all four rounds via Sky Sports Golf or stream the event without a contract. The tournament will serve as a final test of Scheffler’s form before he sets his sights on the PGA Championship and, ultimately, the chance to add a U.S. Open title to his impressive résumé.