Masters Field 2014: Ranking Title Chances of Rory McIlroy and Other Favorites

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Published: April 8, 2014

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Without Tiger Woods in the field, the 2014 Masters features a tightly packed group of golfers with the lowest odds to win. 

According to VegasInsider.com, the five favorites to take the green jacket have odds between 10-1 and 15-1. Defending champion Adam Scott and two-time major champ Rory McIlroy share the lowest odds at 10-1. Actually, just take a look at the odds on every golfer at 75-1 or lower. 



 

When: Thursday, April 10 through Sunday, April 13

Where: Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga.

Field: View the full field at PGA.com.

 

Ranking the Favorites

Note: This ranking does not consider odds. It only reflects the chances of winning between the golfer's with the five lowest odds. 

 

No. 5: Dustin Johnson



With a booming drive and wonderful ball striking, Dustin Johnson has the game to win at Augusta. You won't find me picking Johnson to win a major, however, until he proves he can do so. 

Johnson has been close to tasting major victory on several occasions only to implode in spectacular and/or unique fashion. For instance, he took a three-shot lead into the final round of the U.S. Open in 2010, and he couldn't break 80 in the final round. 



His failures have not sapped his enthusiasm:



His excitement certainly doesn't stem from his latest performance. Johnson fired an 80 in the first round of the Houston Open last week and promptly withdrew with no reason given. GolfChannel's Will Gray offers quality perspective on what this means: 



Prior to that, Johnson had been enjoying a magnificent season. He already has a victory on the season, and he had posted a second and fourth in his two stroke-play PGA events heading into the Houston Open. 

Of course, John...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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