Updated: 8/19/2024

Wheeler's Lead Is 25

For the sixth consecutive year, Jacob Wheeler heads into the offseason sitting atop the BassFan World Rankings.

Wheeler, who recently locked up his third Bass Pro Tour Angler of the Year title in the past four seasons, has a 25-point lead over the new No. 2 – Cory Johnston, who picked up his second Bassmaster Elite Series victory of the year in the season finale at the St. Lawrence River. Alton Jones Jr. is third, followed by Matt Becker, Michael Neal, Jordan Lee, Dustin Connell, Chris Johnston (Cory's brother) and Jay Przekurat.

Neal moved up five places with his victory in the BPT's final event of 2024, also at the St. Lawrence River. Chris Johnston was crowned the Bassmaster Angler of the Year the day before his brother wrapped up his latest victory.