Scottie Scheffler (-16) surged into the lead at TPC River Highlands after two rounds, showcasing his trademark consistency to build a two-shot cushion. His steady play kept him ahead of Viktor Hovland (-14), who remains close behind and looks poised to challenge over the weekend.

Eric Cole (-12) and Akshay Bhatia (-12) share third place, both staying within striking distance of Scheffler with composed rounds. Just behind at -10, Ben Griffin, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Bud Cauley form a strong chasing group, each capable of mounting a charge.

At -9, a deep pack including Patrick Cantlay, Maverick McNealy, Brandon Campbell, J.J. Spaun, Justin Rose, and Tommy Fleetwood remain in contention. Their presence underscores the depth of talent in the field, with multiple major winners lurking just outside the top tier.