Wood Brothers Racing signs Jesse Love to replace Josh Berry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:09 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Wood Brothers Racing has announced the signing of Jesse Love to replace Josh Berry in the No. 21 Ford for the NASCAR Cup Series. Berry, who recently stated he would not return for a third season in 2027, is currently 30th in the standings. Love, at 21 years old, is a promising driver with an O'Reilly Series championship in 2025 and an ARCA title in 2023. He has competed full-time for Richard Childress Racing and has some Cup Series experience, with a best finish of 24th at Indianapolis. Love expressed his gratitude and excitement for the opportunity to drive for the historic team.
- •Josh Berry won't return for the 2027 season.
- •Jesse Love was signed on June 17, 2026.
- •Love has multiple championships and three wins in recent seasons.
- •Love has Cup Series experience with a best finish of 24th.
- •Wood Brothers Racing has been active since 1950.
- 3:09 PMYahoo Sports — Wood Brothers ink young up-and-comer as Josh Berry replacement
"Jesse Love has developed into one of NASCAR's top prospects. He won an ARCA title in 2023 and an O'Reilly Series championship in 2025.
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