Chase Briscoe Leaps to No. 1 in NASCAR Power Rankings as Joe Gibbs Racing Maintains momentum
BRISTOL, TN – Chase Briscoe’s strong performance at Bristol Motor Speedway, despite finishing ninth, has propelled him to the top spot in this week’s NASCAR driver power rankings. While William Byron and Kyle Larson still hold the top positions in the official playoff standings thanks to accumulated bonus points, a shift in focus to recent performance elevates Briscoe to No. 1. This comes as Joe Gibbs Racing continues to demonstrate consistent strength, with multiple drivers positioned for a deep playoff run.
The official playoff point standings, factoring in bonus points earned throughout the season, currently list Hendrick Motorsports drivers William Byron and Kyle Larson second and third entering the Round of 12. Though, this ranking system rewards past success. This assessment prioritizes current form,recognizing the rapidly evolving dynamics of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.
Here’s a look at the latest power rankings:
1.chase Briscoe: Led 127 laps at Bristol before finishing ninth. This performance solidifies his status as a top contender.
2.Ryan Blaney: Maintaining consistent speed, but may need to increase pace to stay ahead.
3. Denny Hamlin: Relying on the continued success of the Joe Gibbs Racing team.
4. Christopher Bell: Also benefiting from the strength of Joe Gibbs Racing.
5. Bubba Wallace: Experiencing a recent slump with three subpar finishes in the last five starts, but has shown resilience this season.
6. Joey Logano: Showing signs of improvement with consecutive fifth-place finishes.
7. Chris Buescher: Currently the highest-ranked driver outside the top contenders.
8. William Byron: A key factor in Hendrick Motorsports’ struggles through the Round of 16.
9. Chase Elliott: Also contributing to hendrick’s underwhelming performance as the playoffs progress.
10. Kyle Larson: Struggling with consistency, recording only two sixth-place finishes in his last seven starts.
