Oakmont Awaits: 2025 U.S. Open Preview — Bold Predictions, Even Bolder Markers
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Let’s not sugarcoat it: Oakmont is a menace.
This year’s 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club is shaping up to be a certified grindfest. Narrow fairways, glassy greens, church pew bunkers that look more like furniture than hazards — welcome to golf’s version of a dungeon crawl. If your favorite player doesn’t like pain, bet the field.
The U.S. Open Odds Are In
Odds via CBS Sports, but here’s the short version for your group chat:
• Scottie Scheffler (+400) – The king stays king until proven otherwise. He’s walking into Oakmont with his usual laser focus and zero panic.
• Bryson DeChambeau (+1400) – Bombs away, baby. The rough is thick, but Bryson might just blast over all of it.
• Jon Rahm (+1600) – Quiet year so far, but Oakmont loves ball strikers. This could be the Rahm redemption arc.
• Rory McIlroy (+1200) – Still searching. Still spiraling. Oakmont doesn’t offer therapy.
Let’s break it down Birdie Mark-style. Less fluff, more fire. And yes — we’ll sneak in a reminder to use code BIRDIE20 at checkout for 20% off our boldest golf ball markers and accessories. Because showing up to your U.S. Open watch party without a custom mark? That’s the real penalty stroke.
The Course: Oakmont Means Business
Oakmont doesn’t do hugs. It does 4-putts.
This is the ninth U.S. Open at the Pennsylvania torture chamber, and no one shoots low here without making a deal with the golf gods. Remember 2007? Angel Cabrera won at +5. That’s not a typo. That’s Oakmont.
With lightning-fast greens, 200 bunkers, and no mercy, this isn’t about birdie-fests. It’s about survival. Want fireworks? Watch Wimbledon. Want carnage? Tune in to Oakmont.
Players to Watch (and One to Fade)
🏆 Scottie Scheffler – The Machine
If the U.S. Open was a science project, Scottie would be the kid getting A’s without showing his work. He’s been a cheat code all season — tee-to-green dominance, zero drama, and a putter that’s finally waking up. Unless he sleepwalks through a round, he’ll be in the final group Sunday.
💣 Bryson DeChambeau – The Wild Card
Bryson might not be everyone’s cup of Gatorade, but he’s built for chaos. He’s bulked down, smarter off the tee, and fully in his villain arc. At Oakmont, bombing it past trouble is a risky but rewarding play. If he putts like it’s 2020 again, watch out.
🔥 Jon Rahm – The Sleeper (Somehow)
The fire’s been low lately, but Rahm’s built for U.S. Open setups. No one hits a baby fade with more vengeance. If he dials in the wedges and keeps the driver on a leash, he could add another major to the shelf — and silence the “LIV hangover” chatter.
🚫 Rory McIlroy – The Fade Play
Look, we love Rory. But right now? Betting on him to win at Oakmont feels like driving with the e-brake on. His iron game’s been streaky, his putting is a horror show, and major Sundays have been… rough. Unless he finds some 2014 magic in his bag, we’re dodging this bet like a fried egg lie in the rough.
What To Watch For On the Leaderboard
Bookmark this: The U.S. Open golf leaderboard is going to be chaotic. Expect names like Max Homa, Xander Schauffele, and Cam Smith floating near the top. But also, don’t be shocked if a rando from the Korn Ferry Tour sneaks into contention — Oakmont makes legends out of grinders.
And hey, while you’re obsessively refreshing the U.S. Open golf leaderboard on Sunday… you might as well flex a Birdie Mark magnetic ball marker that’s bolder than Bryson’s outfits.
We’re talking custom designs, limited drops, and style that turns heads on the green. Pair it with one of our brand-new Switchblade Divot Tools — complete with your choice of marker — and you’re basically winning the fashion major of your foursome.