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John Deere Classic 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to Watching Round 1

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Alright, golf fanatics, buckle up. The 2026 John Deere Classic is kicking off, and you don’t want to miss a single swing. Round 1 is going down at the always-challenging TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois. We’re talking about a full day of golf, from the early birds to the afternoon finishers. If you want to know exactly how to catch all the action, who’s playing, and when they’re teeing off, you’ve come to the right damn place. This isn’t some watered-down recap; this is your direct line to the broadcast and tee time details so you can plan your day. No more scrambling, no more missed putts. Let’s get into it.

The Big Storylines You Can't Ignore

This year’s John Deere Classic isn’t just another tournament on the schedule. It’s got drama. Sure, you’ve got the usual suspects – seasoned pros who know how to get it done. Names like Jordan Spieth and Ben Griffin are always in the mix, and you know they’ll be looking to make a statement early. But the real buzz? It’s around a young gun making his official professional debut. We’re talking about Jackson Koivun. This kid has been turning heads for a while now, tearing it up as an amateur. He showed flashes of brilliance last year, snagging a T11 at this very event and then stringing together some seriously impressive top-6 finishes. He even closed out his amateur career with a solid T23 at the U.S. Open. Now, he’s officially a pro and stepping onto the PGA Tour stage. His first-round tee time is a big deal, and you’ll want to know when he’s out there. He’s grouped with Spieth and Griffin, which is a hell of a way to start your pro career. Talk about pressure, right?

How to Catch All the Action: TV and Streaming Deets

So, you want to watch? Of course you do. Here’s the breakdown on how to tune in. For the traditionalists, you can catch the first round action on the Golf Channel. They’ll be broadcasting live starting at 4 p.m. ET on Thursday. That’s your prime-time viewing window for the day’s conclusion. But if you’re an early riser or just want to follow every single shot, you’ve got options. PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ is your go-to for early streaming coverage. They’ll be kicking things off bright and early at 7:45 a.m. ET. This is where you’ll get the full experience – featured groups, featured holes, the works. You won’t miss a single moment. And for those who prefer to stream the TV broadcast, the GOLF App will be carrying a simulcast of the Golf Channel’s coverage. So, no matter your preference, you’re covered. Don’t let that golf action slip by.

Round 1 Tee Times: Who's On the Clock and When?

Alright, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty: the tee times. Knowing who’s playing and when they’re hitting the course is crucial for planning your viewing. TPC Deere Run is set up for an early start, with the first groups heading out before the sun is even fully up. We’ve got two nines to track, so let’s break it down. Remember, all times are Eastern (ET).

Tee No. 1 Starters

The action on the first tee kicks off early. Here’s who you’ll see making their way out:

  • 7:40 a.m. – Luke List, Tyler Duncan, Pierceson Coody
  • 7:51 a.m. – Matthieu Pavon, Lee Hodges, Troy Merritt
  • 8:02 a.m. – S.Y. Noh, David Lipsky, Austin Smotherman
  • 8:13 a.m. – William Mouw, Davis Riley, Daniel Berger
  • 8:24 a.m. – Taylor Pendrith, Lucas Glover, Webb Simpson
  • 8:35 a.m. – Michael Brennan, Stephan Jaeger, Aaron Wise
  • 8:46 a.m. – Seamus Power, Mackenzie Hughes, Kevin Roy
  • 8:57 a.m. – Camilo Villegas, Joel Dahmen, Rico Hoey
  • 9:08 a.m. – Kevin Streelman, Max McGreevy, Johnny Keefer
  • 9:19 a.m. – Patrick Fishburn, Chan Kim, A.J. Ewart
  • 9:30 a.m. – Haotong Li, Kris Ventura, Marcelo Rozo
  • 9:41 a.m. – Trace Crowe, Chandler Blanchet, Luke Gutschewski

Then there’s a break before the afternoon wave gets going:

  • 12:50 p.m. – Adam Svensson, Denny McCarthy, Ben Silverman
  • 1:01 p.m. – Austin Eckroat, Patton Kizzire, Michael Kim
  • 1:12 p.m. – Taylor Moore, Harry Higgs, Carson Young
  • 1:23 p.m. – Andrew Novak, Tony Finau, Sungjae Im
  • 1:34 p.m. – Rickie Fowler, Keith Mitchell, Zach Johnson
  • 1:45 p.m. – Chris Gotterup, Keegan Bradley, Tom Kim
  • 1:56 p.m. – Emiliano Grillo, Ben Martin, Michael Thorbjornsen
  • 2:07 p.m. – Justin Lower, Chandler Phillips, Danny Walker
  • 2:18 p.m. – Cameron Champ, Martin Laird, Dylan Frittelli
  • 2:29 p.m. – Jackson Suber, Luke Clanton, (a) Mason Howell
  • 2:40 p.m. – Zecheng Dou, Jimmy Stanger, Patrick Adler
  • 2:51 p.m. – Alejandro Tosti, Davis Chatfield, Augusto Núñez

Tee No. 10 Schedule

The other half of the field will be tackling the back nine. Here’s their schedule:

  • 7:40 a.m. – Rafael Campos, Ryan Brehm, Beau Hossler
  • 7:51 a.m. – Brendon Todd, Fabián Gómez, Mark Hubbard
  • 8:02 a.m. – Nick Dunlap, Robert Streb, Andrew Putnam
  • 8:13 a.m. – J.T. Poston, Jacob Bridgeman, Eric Cole
  • 8:24 a.m. – Brian Campbell, Davis Thompson, Max Homa
  • 8:35 a.m. – Ben Griffin, Jordan Spieth, Jackson Koivun
  • 8:46 a.m. – Matt Wallace, Zac Blair, Ryo Hisatsune
  • 8:57 a.m. – Erik van Rooyen, Doug Ghim, Vince Whaley
  • 9:08 a.m. – Nick Hardy, Tom Hoge, Ben Kohles
  • 9:19 a.m. – Christo Lamprecht, Blades Brown, (a) Preston Stout
  • 9:30 a.m. – Hayden Springer, Neal Shipley, Michael Feagles
  • 9:41 a.m. – Adrien Dumont de Chassart, Jeffrey Kang, Darin Fisher

And the afternoon starters on the 10th tee:

  • 12:50 p.m. – Patrick Rodgers, Dylan Wu, Takumi Kanaya
  • 1:01 p.m. – Brice Garnett, Lanto Griffin, Max Greyserman
  • 1:12 p.m. – Jonathan Byrd, Hank Lebioda, Sudarshan Yellamaraju
  • 1:23 p.m. – Steven Fisk, Aldrich Potgieter, Garrick Higgo
  • 1:34 p.m. – Adam Schenk, Joe Highsmith, Kevin Yu
  • 1:45 p.m. – Karl Vilips, Jhonattan Vegas, Matt Kuchar
  • 1:56 p.m. – Chad Ramey, Christiaan Bezuidenhout, Thorbjørn Olesen
  • 2:07 p.m. – Peter Malnati, Adam Hadwin, Mac Meissner
  • 2:18 p.m. – Kensei Hirata, Pontus Nyholm, John VanDerLaan
  • 2:29 p.m. – David Skinns, Paul Peterson, Jeremy Paul
  • 2:40 p.m. – Nicholas Lindheim, Zach Bauchou, Noah Goodwin
  • 2:51 p.m. – Keita Nakajima, Gordon Sargent, Ryan Voois

There you have it. All the information you need to park yourself in front of the TV or stream the first round of the 2026 John Deere Classic. Keep an eye on that Koivun kid, and don’t forget about the usual suspects trying to make their mark. It’s going to be a long, exciting day of golf at TPC Deere Run.

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