Dale Jr. comments on Keselowski's split from RFK Racing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Dale Earnhardt Jr. compared Brad Keselowski's departure from RFK Racing to Kyle Busch’s exit from Joe Gibbs Racing. This week on the Dirty Air podcast, Earnhardt Jr. discussed how both drivers faced challenges in contract negotiations. RFK Racing announced on September 29 that they will part ways with Keselowski after the 2026 season, with the president citing a desire for him to transition into a competition role, while Keselowski aimed to continue driving. Earnhardt Jr. suggested that Keselowski should have considered a shorter deal, noting his age and the lack of available Cup options. He expressed hope that Keselowski finds a winning opportunity in the future, possibly in a Truck or O’Reilly Series team.
- •Brad Keselowski will leave RFK Racing after the 2026 season.
- •Dale Earnhardt Jr. discussed the situation on the Dirty Air podcast.
- •Keselowski aimed to continue driving, but RFK wanted him in a competition role.
- •Earnhardt Jr. advised Keselowski to consider a shorter deal.
- •Keselowski expressed confidence in racing somewhere in 2027.
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — Dale Jr. Compares Keselowski Split to Kyle Busch’s JGR Exit
"Dale Earnhardt Jr. says Brad Keselowski's split from RFK Racing reminds him of Kyle Busch leaving Joe Gibbs Racing. He believes Keselowski should have accepted a shorter deal.
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