The PGA Tour postseason begins with the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis on Thursday, featuring only the Top 70 players in points, with no cuts in the playoff events. The top 50 will advance to the BMW Championship next week, making this tournament crucial for many golfers.

Michael Brennan, a 24-year-old, recently claimed victory at the Wyndham Championship, propelling him from No. 105 to No. 47 in the standings. He was the only player to break into the top 70, pushing Steven Fisk out at 71st. This trend of young winners continues, with Jackson Koivun and Michael Thorbjornsen also under 25 winning in recent weeks.

Koivun, who made the playoffs despite only six starts this year, is at +4200 odds to win this week. A finish of T-7 or better secures his spot in the next round.

Jordan Spieth, sitting at 54th, needs at least a solo 23rd finish to advance. He hasn't had a top 10 this year, with his best result being sixth in 2023. Other notable players in jeopardy include Max Homa (52nd) and Sungjae Im (53rd), who require strong finishes to stay in contention.

The event will be held at TPC Southwind, a par 70 course where winning totals have consistently required at least 15 under. Scottie Scheffler, the current favorite at +460, looks to secure his first win of the year after numerous top finishes. With 11 top-five finishes this season, he leads in betting handle and tickets.

The stakes are high as the FedExCup playoff action unfolds, promising an exciting weekend for golf fans.