Rory McIlroy's decision to skip the first leg of the FedEx Cup playoffs -- the FedEx St. Jude Classic -- has left a PGA Tour Policy Board player director "very concerned" and could potentially lead to rule changes moving forward.

After it was confirmed that McIlroy would miss the FedEx St Jude Championship, several current and former PGA Tour player directors have shared their thoughts

I think there is stuff in the works, and I’ll leave it at that,” Peter Malnati told Golfweek when asked if there would be a rule implemented to prevent playoff absences.