What that new model should look like is being debated among Tour officials and TV and sponsorship executives. Both Thomas and Maverick McNealy, who are members of the Tour’s Player Advisory Council, hadn’t heard of the topic until a reporter asked them for comment on an Athletic story that cited anonymous sources.

It's never too early to look ahead at the PGA Tour schedule. Following the Masters in April, sights will be set on the PGA Championship. The second major of the PGA Tour season will be held from May 15-18 from Quail Hollow Golf Course in Charlotte, NC.

The PGA Tour is considering a significant change to its postseason finale that could be in place as soon as this summer. Discussions are ongoing about moving from a staggered start to a bracket-style tournament for the Tour Championship,

Tour board members Patrick Cantlay, Peter Malnati and Adam Scott weigh in on potential changes to the Tour Championship.

PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan told his staff that everything is on the table. That includes the format for the FedEx Cup finale at the Tour Championship.

This season will feature plenty of exciting new faces on the PGA Tour and here’s a few we’re particularly keen on watching.