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Keegan Bradley set to face ‘litmus test’ for Ryder Cup selection after John Deere Classic outcome

Originally posted on HITC | By Lee Connor | Last updated Jul 7, 2025 9:12 AM ET

Brian Campbell picked up his second win of the 2025 PGA Tour season at the John Deere Classic, and with it, USA Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley has another big decision to make.

Campbell held off Emiliano Grillo in a playoff at the John Deere Classic to go two-for-two in playoffs this year, continuing a quietly impressive run of form.

He isn’t the most high-profile name on Tour, but the American is getting the job done more efficiently than some bigger names.

While Collin Morikawa and Patrick Cantlay continue to struggle for wins but still remain in Ryder Cup conversations, Campbell keeps building his case through results.

After another jump up the rankings, Keegan Bradley is being urged to take a closer look at Campbell and other risers in the mix for the U.S. team.

Keegan Bradley told why Brian Campbell deserves a Ryder Cup shot

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Ryder Cup spots remain wide open, with only a handful of players considered locks alongside captain Keegan Bradley, who is dealing with questions about his own form.

Brian Campbell’s case has been strengthened by his playoff wins, which have not come out of nowhere. That consistency is starting to matter in the eyes of observers.

Taking to X, golf journalist Jason Sobel highlighted why Campbell’s form can’t be ignored.

Brian Campbell a fascinating litmus test for Keegan Bradley and what he wants for RC team. With two wins — two more than Xander, Cantlay and Morikawa combined — he might “deserve” a spot considering how much value the captain places on winning, but a poor course fit for Bethpage.
— Jason Sobel (@JasonSobelGolf) July 6, 2025

It’s also worth remembering that winning is something the Ryder Cup captain has said matters to him – a point Sobel followed up on.

“Y’all some bad readers today. No, I’m not saying Brian Campbell should be on the team. Or that he will. But this sparks the annual debate between results and potential.” he said. “Who ‘deserves’ it against who can help the team win. Especially since Keegan placed such emphasis on winning.”

How could Team USA look at the Ryder Cup?

Right now, the only American player officially qualified is world number one, Scottie Scheffler. The current top five beyond him are expected to make the team, but nothing is locked in yet.

At the moment, the American rankings are as follows:

Rank	Player	Points
1	Scottie Scheffler*	25918.25
2	Xander Schauffele	11905.84
3	Bryson DeChambeau	10318.00
4	Justin Thomas	9457.69
5	Collin Morikawa	9167.77
6	Russell Henley	8677.80

*qualified