Get Set for an Action-Packed Season as Next-Gen Drivers Steer NASCAR to New Heights!

Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The Pennzoil 400 marked the fifth points race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, delivering a third winner to this point. We also saw some of the best NASCAR drivers perform very well at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, resulting in a bit closer to a return to normalcy in the weekly rankings.

Let’s dive into our latest NASCAR power rankings coming out of Las Vegas. 1. Tyler Reddick (Previously: 1) Gary A.

Vasquez-Imagn Images Tyler Reddick finished outside the top 10 for the first time this season, placing 13th in the Pennzoil 400. He did, however, record points in both stages, before there seemed to be a bit of a drop-off in the No. 45 car following the final pit stop.

Even after a season-worst finish, Reddick is still tied for the Cup Series lead in top-10s (four) and top-5s (three) with the fourth-most laps led (112) and the top average finishing position (4. 8) in the Cup Series. Reddick keeps the No.