PGA Tour Appoints New CEO Ahead of Monahan’s 2026 Exit

In a seismic move for professional golf, the PGA Tour has appointed former NFL executive Brian Rolapp as its inaugural CEO. Rolapp’s elevation marks a structural shift in leadership: he will assume day-to-day operations later this summer, while current commissioner Jay Monahan transitions to an advisory role through the end of 2026. Rolapp brings 22 years of experience from the NFL, where he most recently served as Chief Media and Business Officer. He was instrumental in structuring multi-billion-dollar broadcast and digital rights deals, including the expansion of Thursday Night Football,...