John Deere Classic 2025 Expected at TPC Deere Run Illinois

The 2025 John Deere Classic, held at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, is a key PGA Tour event leading into the Open Championship. Ben Griffin, currently the highest-ranked player in the field and in strong form with recent top finishes, is the favorite with 14/1 odds, followed by Denny McCarthy and Jason Day. The tournament features seven of the top 50 golfers worldwide, including defending champion Davis Thompson, and offers a purse of $8.4 million with $1.512 million awarded to the winner. The event, known for supporting up-and-coming players since 1971, has a 156-player field reduced to the top 65 after two rounds and is played on a par-71 course measuring 7,289 yards. Coverage is available across multiple platforms including Golf Channel, CBS, and PGA Tour Live. The John Deere Classic has a rich history with multiple winners such as D.A. Weibring and Steve Stricker, who hold the record with three wins each.