2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson: Preview, Tee Times, and How to Watch

The PGA Tour returns to TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, this week for the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson. As the tournament kicks off on Thursday, May 21, all eyes are on defending champion Scottie Scheffler, who looks to rebound following his performance at last week’s PGA Championship.

Scheffler, currently ranked as the World No. 1, captured the title at this event last year with an eight-stroke victory. A win this week would mark his second victory of the 2026 season and the 21st PGA Tour title of his career.

Tournament Broadcast and Streaming Details

Fans looking to follow the action have multiple ways to tune in, ranging from early-morning streaming to traditional afternoon television coverage.

• TV Coverage: Golf Channel will broadcast the opening round on Thursday from 3:00 p.m. To 7:00 p.m. ET.
• Streaming: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ provides exclusive early coverage beginning at 7:45 a.m. ET. The service will feature continuous coverage throughout the day, including dedicated feeds for featured groups and featured holes.
• Simulcast: Viewers can also access a live simulcast of the Golf Channel broadcast through the GOLF App.

Featured Group to Watch

The marquee pairing for the opening round features Scottie Scheffler, who will tee off at 8:33 a.m. ET on the 10th tee. He is grouped with Brooks Koepka and Si Woo Kim. Later in the day, Jordan Spieth—a Dallas native seeking his first win in four years—will take to the course at 1:43 p.m. ET alongside Chris Kirk and Sungjae Im.

Key Round 1 Tee Times (All Times ET)

Notable Morning Wave (Tee No. 10):

• 8:00 a.m. — Tom Kim, Cameron Champ, Mark Hubbard
• 8:33 a.m. — Scottie Scheffler, Brooks Koepka, Si Woo Kim
• 8:44 a.m. — Stephan Jaeger, Wyndham Clark, Blades Brown

Notable Afternoon Wave (Tee No. 1):

• 1:43 p.m. — Chris Kirk, Jordan Spieth, Sungjae Im
• 1:54 p.m. — Taylor Pendrith, Billy Horschel, Max Greyserman

Tournament Outlook

TPC Craig Ranch is known for providing scoring opportunities, and players will need to maintain consistency throughout the four-day event to stay in contention. While Scheffler enters as the favorite, the field includes a mix of seasoned veterans and rising talent, all vying for the title in Texas. With favorable conditions expected, the leaderboard is likely to remain crowded through the weekend.

Quick Facts

• Host Course: TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas.
• Start Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026.
• Defending Champion: Scottie Scheffler.

Be sure to check local listings or the official PGA Tour website for any potential weather-related schedule updates as the tournament progresses.