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Brad Keselowski departs RFK Racing, opening No. 6 seat for 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Brad Keselowski departs RFK Racing, opening No. 6 seat for 2027

Summary

Brad Keselowski is leaving RFK Racing after the 2026 season, vacating the No. 6 Ford seat. The 2012 Cup champion, who is also stepping down as co-owner, is expected to continue racing despite facing a tight driver market. Corey Heim will take over the No. 35 Toyota for 23XI Racing, while Riley Herbst moves to Legacy Motor Club. John Hunter Nemechek finds himself without a confirmed ride after the driver shuffle. Meanwhile, NASCAR is addressing pit stall tactics and track substance rules ahead of the upcoming Chase race at Charlotte Motor Speedway, marking the track's return to the Cup Series after a break since 2017.

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By the Numbers

•Keselowski leaves RFK Racing, creating a vacancy for the No. 6 seat.
•Corey Heim will drive the No. 35 Toyota for 23XI Racing in 2027.
•Riley Herbst transitions to Legacy Motor Club, expanding to three full-time Toyotas.
•Nemechek is currently without a confirmed ride for next season.
•NASCAR is enforcing stricter pit stall rules ahead of Charlotte Chase race.

Latest Updates

1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Keselowski’s Exit Shatters NASCAR’s 2027 Driver Market

What they're saying

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Brad Keselowski leaves RFK Racing, leaving the No. 6 seat open while Corey Heim and Riley Herbst shuffle teams in a chaotic 2027 lineup.
— Yahoo Sports

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