Since taking the reins in 2017, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan has navigated the Tour through COVID-19, LIV Golf drama, and enough boardroom negotiations to make even the most seasoned executives sweat.Needless to say, Monahan's tenure as PGA Tour commissioner has been anything but dull.But now, reports suggest that Monahan is on his way out, with a transition period leading to his departure as soon as the end of 2025.Golf.com journalist James Colgan broke the news about Monahan's departure, as well as about his alleged replacement."PGA Tour is expected to 'sunset' Jay Monahan as commissioner after a transition period with new CEO Brian Rolapp," he posted on X"Monahan could leave his post as soon as the end of this year, and as late as the end of next."As you may recall, Rolapp was recently announced as the new PGA Tour CEO. He brings with him the extensive sports management experience that led him to become the potential NFL's next commissioner.Monahan's leadership has been a rollercoaster ride, particularly with regard to LIV Golf. He initially resisted Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), which led to the creation of the league, only to later strike a framework deal with them in June 2023.This move left many players scratching their heads, wondering if they had missed a plot twist in the golf world's latest drama.Although the term "sunset" reported by Colgan sounds peaceful, Monahan's exit appears to be anything but. The PGA Tour has undergone massive changes, and this move likely signals the end of an era filled with controversy, strategic pivots, and some awkward press conferences.Monahan's legacy is complicated. On one hand, he secured billion-dollar investments, introduced the Player Impact Program, and kept the Tour afloat during the pandemic. On the other, his handling of LIV Golf and the PIF negotiations left many players feeling blindsided.Some Tour members remain divided on whether his leadership has been a masterclass in crisis management or a cautionary tale in corporate diplomacy.So, what's next? Will Rolapp bring stability, or will the PGA Tour continue to evolve in unexpected ways? One thing is for sure: as we wait for official confirmation of the reported departure, the topic will be talked about for years to come.More Golf: Sam Burns shrugs off controversial ruling during U.S. Open meltdown