Overview
- Harris English said discussions include beginning the season after the Super Bowl and scrapping or equalizing signature events.
- English described a possible 2027 model with roughly 20–22 identical tournaments to concentrate elite fields and prize money.
- He cautioned that losing the Hawaii swing and changes to West Coast stops like Torrey Pines, Riviera, and Pebble Beach would be a blow.
- The Sentry at Kapalua has already been canceled because of drought, underscoring pressure on early‑year scheduling.
- Veteran reporter Bob Harig questioned a cut to about 20 events and suggested any reduction may be less drastic, while analysts warned against copying the NFL too closely.