On today's show, Ryan digs in on the Tiger Woods and Nike split: how it happened, why, what's next and a look back. Also, the Sony Open in Hawaii may be a litmus test for how tough it'll be to get into PGA Tour fields this year for rookies and reshuffle players.

159: The future of elite professional golf, according to Rory McIlroy

2 Off the 1st is for the hardcore golf fan who can't get enough of the sport. Host Ryan Ballengee digs deep on two stories each weekday in a snack-sized show that will catch you up on the most important stories in the game. Whether it has to do with the pro game (PGA Tour, LPGA, LIV, Euro Tour, etc.) or the game we play, we'll make sure you're caught up without wasting your time.