Rory McIlroy is just a shot off the lead at the Northern Trust Open.

The world number three carded five birdies and just one bogey in California as he carded a 4-under par 67 for his opening round.

Well done, @McIlroyRory. Hope that helps, @BrianDietzen. https://t.co/Ee79sMozkU

— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) February 18, 2016

He is just behind the leading trio of Luke List, Bubba Watson and Chez Reavie who are all on 5-under par.

Padraig Harrington carded a level par 71 for his opening round.

After a birdie at 7, Rory is one back at the @NTrustOpen. pic.twitter.com/JmgMYbCcRF

— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) February 18, 2016