ESPN betting analyst Pamela Maldonado recommends two players for the Cognizant Classic at PGA National, focusing on course fit and recent form. Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Andrew Putnam offer the best value based on their short-game skills and ability to navigate the challenging Florida course.

Bezuidenhout, priced at +118 to finish in the top 30, ranks fourth in strokes gained around the green and second in putting among the field. His strength in scrambling and bogey avoidance makes him well-suited for PGA National's water hazards and narrow fairways. Putnam, available at +144 for a top 40 finish, excels in similar metrics including top 10 rankings around the green and top 20 in putting.

Both players offer solid daily fantasy options at DraftKings, with Bezuidenhout at $8,700 and Putnam at $6,800. Maldonado advises fading Nicolai Højgaard despite his high DFS price of $9,400, citing concerns about his short game and driving accuracy on a course that penalizes mistakes.