Rickie Fowler reached back 10 years deep in the memory bank when asked Thursday afternoon about the mixed reaction to his invitation to next week’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow in Charlotte. This isn’t the Fowler of 2015.

Rickie Fowler is contending so far at the Truist Championship after a scorching round of 63 on Thursday at The Philadelphia Cricket Club.

Rickie Fowler answered his critics at the Truist Championship with the kind of play that showed he can still be considered a threat to win, even if he actually hasn't taken a tournament since 2023.