Today's race in Kansas offers opportunity that may not exist at Martinsville for Brad Keselowski, Kyle Busch and Joey Logano. [more]
David Smith
Analysis: 550-horsepower tracks the foundation of Kyle Busch rebuild
Leave a commentKyle Busch's rebound from a dismal 2020 season has centered on strength at 550-horsepower tracks. [more]
What matters at Texas: Minimal tire wear creates strategy smorgasbord
Leave a commentDavid Smith examines the analytics and trends shaping the Round of 8 opener at Texas Motor Speedway. [more]
Analysis: Kyle Larson is in need of one more evolution
Leave a commentCan Kyle Larson improve from good to great at key playoff tracks? It's an evolution that's necessary for his championship hopes. [more]
Playoff analytics: Most efficient passers, best restarters and fastest teams
Leave a commentDavid Smith identifies the statistical highlights and lowlights of the 2021 NASCAR playoffs to date. [more]