Sam Mayer plans to stay in O'Reilly Series for 2027 NASCAR season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Sam Mayer's plans for the 2027 NASCAR season indicate he will likely remain in the O'Reilly Series. Despite previous discussions about moving to the Cup Series, Mayer faces pressure to secure a spot in the 2026 Chase. He currently sits 19 points above the Chase bubble heading into the season finale at Daytona International Speedway. Mayer's future may depend on securing more consistency in his performances with the struggling No. 41 team, as potential options like JR Motorsports could be available for 2027.
- •Sam Mayer drives the No. 41 car for Haas Factory Team.
- •He is 19 points above the Chase bubble with one race left.
- •Mayer's future in 2027 may involve JR Motorsports.
- •The season finale occurs at Daytona International Speedway.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Sam Mayer's plans for 2027 NASCAR season receives a major update
"Sam Mayer's plans for the 2027 NASCAR season have received a major update. Will Mayer jump to the Cup Series next year?
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