Rory McIlroy
Mentioned in 102 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Rory McIlroy A professional golfer with five major championships who has been widely discussed across sports podcasts in early 2026 for his defending Masters title and status as a top tournament favorite. Recent podcast mentions focus on his Masters Champions Dinner hosting duties, equipment modifications (including putter changes), and his performance in major tournaments including runner-up finishes at events like Genesis. Podcasts analyze his competitive form, championship prospects, and role as a defending champion contender in major golf competitions.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 18, 2026
1161: Aaron Rai and the PGA Championship
“Finished T2; struggled with driving accuracy and execution on key holes; discussed pre-tournament strategy”
The Shotgun Start · May 18, 2026
2026 PGA Championship Recap: Aaron Rai, Aronimink, and a bunched field under the microscope
“Major contender who finished second; driver inconsistency and fairway accuracy issues were analyzed in detail”
The Shotgun Start · May 17, 2026
Saturday at the 2026 PGA Championship: Setup changes and a giant pack still in contention
“Three shots back; hosts discuss his third-act career momentum and major championship psychology”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 16, 2026
1159: McNealy/Smalley lead, but setup is all the talk
“T30 at +1; provided critical quote about bunched leaderboard indicating poor setup; discussed as still in contention”
The Shotgun Start · May 16, 2026
Friday at the 2026 PGA Championship: A golf course debate rages on in Philadelphia
“Criticized the bunched leaderboard as sign of poor setup; playing at one-over par; recovering from early round struggles”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 15, 2026
1158: Seven Tied after Thursday at the PGA
“Shot 4-over; struggled with driving accuracy; slammed club after poor shot; still in contention despite poor round”
The Shotgun Start · May 15, 2026
Thursday at the 2026 PGA Championship: Aronimink punches back, Blockie wins us over, and Higgo clown show
“Struggled in opening round with driver inconsistency; faced criticism about major championship performance patterns”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 13, 2026
1157: Kicking off the PGA at Aronimink
“Pursuing career Grand Slam; playing with Ronnie and 'the experience'; flat carry 339 yards on range; noted strategy off tee is non-existent”
Pardon My Take · May 13, 2026
Brooks Koepka, PGA Championship With Shane Bacon, Wemby's Revenge, Lebron's Last Game? Plus Guys On Chicks
“Playing through blister at PGA Championship, noted course doesn't require thinking off tee box”
The Shotgun Start · May 13, 2026
2026 PGA Championship Preview: Questions about Rory, Bryson, and Aronimink
“Major championship favorite; discussed extensively regarding toe blister injury, course strategy comments, and pairing with Jordan Spieth”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026
1156: PGA Championship Preview Show
“Second favorite at +850 odds; discussed as strong course fit despite mediocre recent major championship record at PGA events”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 11, 2026
PMS 2.0 1550 - Overreaction Monday with Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Kevin Pritchard, Ryan Smith, Cameron Wagner, PK Subban
“Identified as potential PGA Championship contender; skipped elevated events to prepare for major”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026
1155: Reitan wins Truist, Jeeno at Mizuho, and a lengthy notebook
“Shot 75 Saturday at Quail Hollow; discussed wind adjustment issues; focused on major championships; critical of live players”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 8, 2026
1154: Forecasting The 2028 PGA Tour Schedule
“Used as example of player who skipped playoff events; discussed as top seed in match play bracket”
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · May 6, 2026
Kylie's Perfect Mother's Day & Rory McIlroy on Masters Win, Shrink The Game & Golf Dad Tips | Ep 190
“Back-to-back Masters champion discussing tournament strategy, golf modernization, and career achievements on his birthday”
The Shotgun Start · May 6, 2026
Will Bryson go full YouTube, Rahm and LIV speak on their futures, and Quail Hollow fatigue
“Returning to play at Quail Hollow; positioned as main storyline for Truist Championship”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 5, 2026
1153: Best PGA Championship Draft
“2014 PGA Champion at Valhalla; selected by Neil; discussed as dominant player during tournament”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 4, 2026
1152: Cam Young rolls Miami, Nelly in Mexico + LIV News
“Recent Masters winner; debated ranking relative to Cameron Young; key player in PGA Tour retention discussions”
The Shotgun Start · May 3, 2026
Sig Event overkill at Trump Doral, the Cameron Young era, and grumpy Scottie
“Discussed as top player missing events; referenced regarding consecutive majors streak”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 28, 2026
LIV down bad postponing events, Trump Doral returns to Tour, and the Signature Event bubble
“Notable absence from Cadillac Championship despite top-5 world ranking”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 27, 2026
1150: Nelly wins Chevron; FitzBro's take Zurich
“Skipping second consecutive signature event; focusing on major championship preparation; originally advocated for mandatory signature event participation”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 22, 2026
A Conversation About Golf & Other Things with Shane Bacon
“Discussed as notable absence from Zurich Classic despite full PGA Tour win being awarded”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 20, 2026
1148: Matty Fitz holds off Scottie, Bryson's WD and a Wild Week of LIV news
“Ranked #1 on Fedora Five list, skipping Zurich week, preparing for Doral appearance”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 20, 2026
Fitz clips Sheriff Scottie as fans chant USA, Bryson WDs, Rahm wins, and the LIV sinking ship
“Mentioned as top-4 player in world alongside Scheffler, Cam Young, and Fitzpatrick”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 3
“Mentioned regarding Masters broadcast coverage and camera angle issues on final hole”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 1
“PGA Tour golfer; mentioned as not competing in Hilton Head elevated event”
I Am All In with Scott Patterson · Apr 16, 2026
Alix vs. Alex What The Hell is Going On, Why You Might Fall Asleep During The Laguna Beach Reunion, Plus Should We or Should We Not Be Watching the Miniature Wife?
“Won the Masters golf tournament; discussed in context of sports viewership”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 16, 2026
LIV Golf is being SHUTDOWN? NFL Draft Thoughts + NFL Offseason Mailbag
“Golfer whose Masters struggles and eventual success discussed as example of compelling sports narrative”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 16, 2026
1147: What is going on with LIV Golf?
“Mentioned in context of past LIV recruitment rumors and PGA Tour leadership positioning”
Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect · Apr 15, 2026
Tony Hawk on Skateboarding vs. Trick Shots + Sports Video Game Draft (with Dude Perfect)
“Masters 2024 winner; discussed as back-to-back champion and world number one contender”
Net Positive with John Crist · Apr 15, 2026
Group Chats (w/ Derrick Stroup)
“Mentioned watching Masters; quoted about process over outcomes in competitive sports”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 15, 2026
1146: Neil Played Augusta National
“Referenced throughout as comparison for course navigation and hanging lie management”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 14, 2026
Masters broadcast critiques, PGA Tour vs. Majors, and Harbour Town as a detox
“Won 2024 Masters; discussed as long-term favorite alongside Scottie Scheffler for major championships”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 14, 2026
PMS 2.0 1533 - Jim Nantz, Quentin Richardson, 4 Star QB Andre Adams Makes His College Commitment, Dana White, Governor Josh Shapiro, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Masters champion discussed by Jim Nance; won back-to-back Masters after career grand slam achievement”
Macrodosing: Arian Foster and PFT Commenter · Apr 14, 2026
Trump Deletes Post Displaying Himself As God | April 14, 2026
“Won 2026 Masters Tournament by one stroke”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 13, 2026
PMS 2.0 1532 - Rory McIlroy Wins Back-To-Back Masters, Andy North, Tyrese Haliburton, Shams Charania, Adam Schefter, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Won back-to-back Masters titles; discussed extensively regarding course knowledge, mental toughness, and playing strategy”
KSR · Apr 13, 2026
2026-04-13- KSR - Hour 1
“Won 2026 Masters Tournament, mentioned in context of baby prediction bet on show”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 13, 2026
You're An Infant. Get Back In Your Playpen.
“Won Masters Tournament for second consecutive year, defeating Scottie Scheffler”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 1: How Costly is the Spurs Loss to the Nuggets?
“Won back-to-back Masters titles; discussed for preparation advantage and mental fortitude”
93X Half-Assed Morning Show · Apr 13, 2026
Game 7 of The Masters
“Won Masters Tournament for second consecutive year, only fourth player to achieve back-to-back victories”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Hour 3 Chris Easterling & Mark Lye
“Won 2026 Masters Tournament back-to-back, discussed for his chip shot execution on hole 17”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Hour 2
“Won 2026 Masters back-to-back; now tied with Trevino, Fowler, Nicklaus with 6 major championships”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 13, 2026
Fallout from Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini Scandal (4/13 Hour 1)
“Won Masters back-to-back; discussed as example of psychological resilience in individual sports”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 13, 2026
Dirty 4: Rory McIlroy Wins Back-to-Back Masters
“Won back-to-back Masters championships and achieved career Grand Slam status”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 13, 2026
Dirty 2: Sabrina Carpenter Apologizes for Making Fun of Fan at Coachella
“Won 2026 Masters Tournament, achieving career Grand Slam by winning all four major championships”
Morning Joe · Apr 13, 2026
‘I have no fear of the Trump administration’: Pope Leo reacts to Trump’s criticism
“Won 2025 Masters Tournament; second consecutive Masters victory, first since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 13, 2026
Go Low - 2026 Masters Reaction: Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Rose, Cameron Young
“Two-time defending Masters champion whose back-to-back victories and unpredictable playing style are the episode's primary focus”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 3: DeMar DeRozan CLAPS BACK at Fan + Rory McIIroy WINS Back 2 Back MASTERS
“Won back-to-back Masters championships, joining elite group of golfers to achieve this feat”
Nightcap · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 3: DeMar DeRozan CLAPS BACK at Fan + Rory McIIroy WINS Back 2 Back MASTERS
“Won back-to-back Masters championships, becoming fourth golfer to achieve this feat since 1965”
Global News Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Péter Magyar wins the Hungarian election by a landslide
“Won Masters Tournament for second consecutive year, joining elite group of back-to-back champions”