There are two NASCAR Cup Series regular-season races remaining before the start of the NASCAR Playoffs. Entering Sunday’s race at Dover International Speedway (4 p.m. ET, NBCSN/NBC Sports App, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio), here’s who is locked into the field and who can clinch on points.
Already clinched
The following 10 drivers have clinched a spot in the 16-driver postseason field by virtue of at least one victory: Kevin Harvick, Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Chase Elliott, Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano, Ryan Blaney, Alex Bowman, Austin Dillon and Cole Custer.
Can clinch via points
If there is a new winner, the following drivers could clinch by being 56 points above the fifth winless driver in the standings.
– Aric Almirola: Would clinch with 21 points
– Kyle Busch: Would clinch with 30 points
– Kurt Busch: Would clinch with 50 points
– Clint Bowyer: Could only clinch with help
If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Aric Almirola, Kyle Busch, Kurt Busch, Clint Bowyer or Matt DiBenedetto), the following drivers could clinch by being 56 points above the sixth winless driver in the standings.
– Aric Almirola: Would clinch regardless of finish
– Kyle Busch: Would clinch with 6 points
– Kurt Busch: Would clinch with 26 points
– Clint Bowyer: Would clinch with 36 points
– Matt DiBenedetto: Could only clinch with help
Additionally, Kevin Harvick could clinch the Regular Season Championship on his own with 21 points.