Joey Logano's crew chief sees Chase competition as more open
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
With one race left in the NASCAR regular season, drivers are vying for positions in the top 16 ahead of the Chase. At Daytona, those on the bubble will look to secure their spots while others seek to improve their standings. Crew chief Paul Wolfe believes the Chase is more open this year compared to previous seasons, citing inconsistencies among drivers and teams. Logano has made a notable jump in the standings with strong recent performances, suggesting that all drivers have a chance at the title as the postseason approaches.
- •NASCAR regular season concludes with a race at Daytona
- •Chase begins after final qualifying race
- •Paul Wolfe notes increased parity among teams
- •Logano jumps in standings with two wins recently
- •Drivers on the bubble have critical opportunities this weekend
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Joey Logano's crew chief thinks the old wisdom of the Chase no longer applies
- 7:35 PMMotorsport.com — Joey Logano's crew chief thinks the old wisdom of the Chase no longer applies
"There's just one race left to go in the NASCAR regular season before the start of the Chase. At Daytona this weekend, the drivers still on the bubble will look to secure their spots in the top 16, while those who have already punched their ticket to the postseason will continue to jockey for position in the standings. That positioning is important. With the win-and-in advancement system of ...Keep reading
"Given the way the current NASCAR season has played out, any of the 16 drivers in the Chase may be able to lift the trophy
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 7:35 PMJoey Logano's crew chief thinks the old wisdom of the Chase no longer applies
Given the way the current NASCAR season has played out, any of the 16 drivers in the Chase may be able to lift the trophy
- Motorsport.comAug 25, 2026, 7:35 PMJoey Logano's crew chief thinks the old wisdom of the Chase no longer applies
There's just one race left to go in the NASCAR regular season before the start of the Chase. At Daytona this weekend, the drivers still on the bubble will look to secure their spots in the top 16, while those who have already punched their ticket to the postseason will continue to jockey for position in the standings. That positioning is important. With the win-and-in advancement system of ...Keep reading
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