5 Points to Ponder: The 1 Thing (Maybe 2) That Might Finally Sink the NASCAR Playoffs
But as long as we’re stuck with the playoffs for now, here are a couple things to watch for over the next few weeks.
Shane van Gisbergen
Couch Potato Tuesday: The Playoff Focus Distracts from a Boring Darlington Night
This wasn’t all that exciting of a race to watch, but that wasn’t necessarily NBC Sports’ fault.
Holding a Pretty Wheel: NASCAR Cup Contenders Need to Lay Off the Panic Button
Is it time for anyone who doesn’t drive for JGR or 23XI to hit the panic button? Absolutely not. It is time for some teams to be realistic, though.
The Playoffs, and Reality, Bite
NASCAR has been seeking its pitch clock ever since Matt Kenseth’s one-win championship in 2003.
The Underdog House: The Dark Knight Strikes the Underdogs at Daytona
Justin Haley, Cole Custer and Erik Jones were among the underdogs with a shot to win on the final lap, but none of them took home the trophy.
The Underdog House: Zane Smith Shakes & Swims to Top 15 at Richmond
After a rough few weeks, Smith was finally able to put together a full race and notched a good result out of it.
Fire on Fridays: Is a Teammate Rivalry Brewing at Trackhouse?
Connor Zilisch and Shane van Gisbergen have had several great battles — and run-ins — on-track.
Houston, We Have a (Car) Problem
Watkins Glen International was the latest victim of races suffering due to the Next Gen racecar.
Happy Hour: Tommy Joe Martins Rants Road Course Travel, Playoff System & SVG Fatigue
Alpha Prime Racing team owner Tommy Joe Martins joins the show.