BOB POCKRASS VIDEOS STORIES

Drivers face crucial decisions as Cup Series playoffs reach climax

To help or not to help a competitor? That will be the question at Talladega on Sunday, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Kevin Harvick is trying to get into Chase Elliott's head, which is no surprise

Kevin Harvick's anger with Chase Elliott could be real, or he could be simply looking for a mental edge, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Denny Hamlin's big win, Kyle Larson's costly error define Las Vegas

Denny Hamlin is on to the Round of 8, while Kyle Larson and his team are regretting a woeful decision, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Kyle Larson on Cup title chances: 'I don’t view what I’m doing now as redemption'

Suspended for using a racial slur in 2020, Kyle Larson isn't viewing his Cup title chances in 2021 as a "redemption" story.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Is Kyle Busch a title contender? He aims to find out in Las Vegas

Kyle Busch hopes to get some clarity on the quality of his team with a big playoff push in Las Vegas, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

NASCAR playoffs: Breaking down the unpredictable Round of 12

A dozen drivers remain, which means a lot of drama awaits in the Cup Series Round of 12. Bob Pockrass breaks it down.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick dust-up injects drama into Cup Series playoffs

The Cup Series playoffs got their first bit of real drama via Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick on Saturday, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Kyle Larson wins at Bristol with a little help from teammate Chase Elliott

Kyle Larson won for the sixth time, but Kevin Harvick was fuming over the tactics of Larson's teammate, Chase Elliott.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

NASCAR playoff race at Bristol is one last chance to avoid mistakes

Saturday's race at Bristol is one last chance for playoff contenders to eliminate mistakes — or else, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

NASCAR's schedule changes for 2022 show an effort to keep things fresh

Bob Pockrass examines NASCAR's 2022 schedule, featuring a new race at Gateway in St. Louis and a shift toward Sunday events.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

NASCAR to hold 2022 exhibition race at L.A. Memorial Coliseum

NASCAR is coming to Los Angeles in 2022, with the Clash exhibition race at the Coliseum. Bob Pockrass has the details.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Of Hendrick drivers, only Kyle Larson has been dominant in the playoffs so far

Hendrick drivers dominated NASCAR's regular season, but the playoffs have been a different story, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Martin Truex comes from behind to win Cup Series playoff race at Richmond

An early penalty can't stop Martin Truex from winning Saturday night's playoff race. Bob Pockrass has takeaways from Richmond.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Alex Bowman trying to find his way as NASCAR playoffs head to Richmond

After a disappointing Darlington, Alex Bowman is hoping to rebound, which he often does in the playoffs, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Denny Hamlin vs. Kyle Larson? A lot can change as the Cup Series playoffs unfold

It might look like Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson will battle for the Cup title, but a lot could change, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Denny Hamlin edges Kyle Larson to open Cup Series playoffs with victory

Denny Hamlin stopped Kyle Larson's 'video game' move for first win of the year. Bob Pockrass has takeaways from playoff opener.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

NASCAR drivers face unknowns at Darlington as Cup Series playoffs begin

The NASCAR playoffs begin Sunday at Darlington, and a newly paved Turn 2 is a big unknown for drivers, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

NASCAR's Brad Keselowski, Kurt Busch at turning points as 2021 season wraps

At career crossroads, Brad Keselowski and Kurt Busch are juggling emotions heading into the playoffs, Bob Pockrass writes.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Top five storylines heading into the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs

Can Kyle Larson dominate? Can Denny Hamlin finally win it all? Bob Pockrass examines key storylines for the NASCAR playoffs.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

NASCAR's 16-driver playoff field is set: Who will win?

Kyle Larson is the driver to beat in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. Can anyone catch him? Bob Pockrass handicaps the field.

AUGUST 31, 2021

NASCAR drivers feeling confident and ready for playoffs, no matter the points

Heading into the playoffs, some former NASCAR champions aren't overly concerned with the standings, Bob Pockrass writes.

AUGUST 30, 2021

Blaney goes back-to-back, while Larson clinches regular-season title

Ryan Blaney wins again, and Tyler Reddick squeezes into the playoffs. Here are Bob Pockrass' takeaways from Daytona.

AUGUST 29, 2021

Daytona takes center stage as drivers duke it out for final NASCAR playoff spots

Playoff spots are up for grabs as drivers head to Daytona for the regular-season finale. Bob Pockrass surveys the field.

AUGUST 28, 2021

Kurt Busch joining Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin at 23XI Racing

Kurt Busch will continue to chase checkered flags next year, with his move to 23XI Racing confirmed Friday, Bob Pockrass writes.

AUGUST 28, 2021

Navigating COVID-19 protocols is tricky for NASCAR, drivers

Some Cup Series drivers would like to see changes to COVID-19 protocols, but NASCAR is holding firm, Bob Pockrass writes.

AUGUST 23, 2021