Overview
- The Athletic’s Jordan Bianchi reported Thursday that Busch is increasingly likely to ink a new RCR deal for 2027.
- Top teams such as Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, Team Penske and 23XI Racing do not have a clear opening for him.
- RCR replaced crew chief Jim Pohlman with Andy Street, and Busch then logged top-10s at Talladega and Watkins Glen.
- Lucas Oil reaffirmed primary backing for select 2026 races on the No. 8 Chevrolet, signaling sponsor confidence in the program.
- Busch remains winless in 105 Cup starts and sits 24th in points, and no contract extension has been announced.