Jim Furyk gets another shot as U.S. Ryder Cup captain, and Scottie Scheffler says he’s fully behind the pick ahead of Adare Manor.
Jim Furyk is getting another swing at the Ryder Cup, and this time, the pressure will be even louder.
The PGA of America has picked Furyk as the United States captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland, giving him a rare second chance at one of golf’s most scrutinized jobs.
READ MORE: Jordan Spieth Turns Back Clock with Doral 65
Furyk becomes the ninth man to captain the American side more than once, but his return won’t come without questions.
That’s because Furyk’s first Ryder Cup captaincy ended in a 17.5-10.5 loss to Europe in 2018 at Le Golf National in France, one of the most lopsided defeats in U.S. Ryder Cup history.
For American fans still waiting on a road win since 1993, the hire is more complicated than celebratory.
But Furyk already has something every U.S. captain needs: support from his best player.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler praised Furyk’s leadership and experience, pointing to his long history in team golf as both a player and captain.
“Jim and Tabitha both are really, they’re great people,” Scheffler said. “Jim is a really, really good leader. He’s extremely organized in the way he does things.”
Scheffler also said Furyk’s resume in team events matters.
“I think with Jim you just have so much experience across so many team events whether it’s playing or being a captain,” Scheffler said. “I think he brings a lot of knowledge and experience to the table.”
Scheffler played under Furyk at the 2024 Presidents Cup and has worked with him during recent Ryder Cups, where Furyk served as a vice captain. Still, Scheffler made it clear he wasn’t part of the decision-making process.
“No, I have no input at all. I found out when you did,” Scheffler said.
That line matters. The PGA of America runs the Ryder Cup operation, not the PGA Tour and not the players. Scheffler said if officials want his opinion, “they got my phone number.”
Now the real challenge begins.
Furyk’s biggest job may be unlocking Scheffler in Ryder Cup play. Despite being the best golfer in the world, Scheffler has gone just 1-6-2 across his last two Ryder Cup appearances.
That’s a glaring number for a U.S. team that needs its top player to deliver points, especially overseas.
Tiger Woods once lived that same burden. Woods finished his Ryder Cup career at 13-21-3, a reminder that individual greatness doesn’t always translate cleanly into team-match dominance.
For Furyk, the next 16 months are about more than speeches and pairings sheets.
He has to identify who fits best with Scheffler in foursomes and four-ball, build trust across the roster and find a formula that can finally travel.
Scheffler’s endorsement gives Furyk a strong start.
But at Adare Manor, support won’t be enough. The U.S. needs points.
Join our ROUNDTABLE community for FREE! Share your thoughts, engage with our Roundtable writers, and chat with fellow members.
Download the free Roundtable App to stay even more connected!