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Jim Nantz Defends Comments on Bryson DeChambeau Amid Controversy

4/8/2026

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CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz addressed controversy over his comments about Bryson DeChambeau ahead of the Masters.
He admitted he had not watched DeChambeau play this year, sparking criticism.
On The Pat McAfee Show, he said remarks were taken out of context and stressed his friendship with DeChambeau.
Nantz believes DeChambeau is a Masters contender despite LIV Golf and says backlash stems from social media; he stands by his original comments.

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CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz addressed controversy over his comments about Bryson DeChambeau ahead of the Masters.
He admitted he had not watched DeChambeau play this year, sparking criticism.
On The Pat McAfee Show, he said remarks were taken out of context and stressed his friendship with DeChambeau.
Nantz believes DeChambeau is a Masters contender despite LIV Golf and says backlash stems from social media; he stands by his original comments.