Hoffman has turned the Valero Texas Open into one of his favorite events in recent years, with finishes of T-13 or better in each of the last six appearances. That stretch includes a runner-up in 2011 and a T-3 finish in 2013, and it's a streak Hoffman appears intent on extending after opening with a 6-under 66 to take an early lead.
Play was halted for much of the day Thursday because of rain, but once Hoffman got to the tee he made quick work of things, with birdies on three of his first six holes.