Justin Thomas Hints at TGL Injury Return with Luke Bryan Video

The PGA Tour star has been sidelined this season due to a back injury.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Justin Thomas, the PGA Tour star, has been absent from both the PGA Tour and the TGL screen golf league this season due to a back injury. However, country music singer Luke Bryan, who is an investor in the TGL league, has dropped a video hinting at Thomas' imminent return to the TGL. Thomas was part of the championship-winning Atlanta Drive GC team in the inaugural TGL season, and his return is eagerly anticipated by fans and his team.

Why it matters

Thomas' return to the TGL and the PGA Tour is significant, as he is one of the game's biggest stars and a major champion. His absence has been felt, and his return could shake up the standings in the TGL and provide a boost to the PGA Tour's competitive landscape.

The details

Thomas announced on Instagram earlier in February that he has been cleared for all golf activity, indicating that his recovery from the back injury is on schedule. With the Florida swing coming up soon, Thomas could return for The Cognizant Classic, which begins on February 26. Thomas will be defending his RBC Heritage title the week after The Masters, which will be another key tournament to watch in his injury rehab.

  • Thomas announced his clearance for all golf activity in early February 2026.
  • The Cognizant Classic, a potential return event for Thomas, begins on February 26, 2026.
  • Thomas will be defending his RBC Heritage title the week after The Masters in 2026.

The players

Justin Thomas

A PGA Tour star and major champion who has been sidelined this season due to a back injury.

Luke Bryan

A country music singer who is an investor in the TGL screen golf league.

Chris Gotterup

The player who has taken Thomas' place on the Atlanta Drive GC team in the TGL this season.

Patrick Cantlay

A PGA Tour player who is a teammate of Thomas on the Atlanta Drive GC team in the TGL.

Billy Horschel

A PGA Tour player who is a teammate of Thomas on the Atlanta Drive GC team in the TGL.

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What they’re saying

“You know, Justin Thomas, my boy JT, he's on our team. Justin, I've been watching you practice. Maybe it's time we get you back, baby.”

— Luke Bryan, Investor, TGL (Instagram)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Thomas' return to the TGL and the PGA Tour is highly anticipated, as he is one of the game's biggest stars and a major champion. His absence has been felt, and his return could provide a significant boost to the competitive landscape in both leagues.