Griffin faced an uphill challenge recently with consecutive missed cuts at both the John Deere Classic and the Open Championship, which raised concerns about his selection for the team. However, taking a step back reveals a much more optimistic outlook regarding his performance. In the seven tournaments he participated in since his fifth-place finish at the Truist Championship in early May, Griffin has demonstrated impressive consistency, finishing no worse than a tie for 14th place. This stretch notably includes a significant victory at the Colonial, a runner-up position at Muirfield Village, and top-10 finishes at both the PGA Championship and the U.S. Open.
The statistics further bolster Griffin’s case for team selection, showing him ranked ninth in DataGolf’s Ryder Cup forecast and tenth in Strokes Gained over the past six months. While these rankings are solid, they are not dazzling, particularly for a player without previous Team USA experience. Nevertheless, his overall season performance is compelling: he currently sits sixth in the FedEx Cup standings and 17th in the World Ranking.
Ignoring Griffin for selection would be a misstep for Team USA, as he is poised to be one of the breakout stars of 2025. His broader accomplishments this season make a strong argument for his inclusion, and dismissing him based on just two underwhelming weeks would be shortsighted. As Griffin continues to evolve in his game, he embodies the potential for greatness that could benefit the team in the future.