Grading Every NASCAR Driver’s 2025 Season

The 2025 NASCAR season is officially in the books, and it’s time for report cards. Every Cup Series driver gets a grade based on expectations, improvement, and overall results. Some aced the test, others barely passed, and a few… might be repeating the class next year. From powerhouse teams like Hendrick Motorsports to rebuilders like Spire, nobody escaped Professor Eric’s red pen.

• Did Ross Chastain’s Coca-Cola 600 win make up for his down year at Trackhouse?
• How historic was Shane van Gisbergen’s rookie campaign after crossing the globe to chase NASCAR glory?
• Which Hendrick star earned straight A’s, and who just scraped by with a C?
• And which big-name veterans—yes, plural—flunked out completely in 2025?

The full report card has plenty of surprises, some harsh truths, and a few well-earned gold stars. From Larson’s championship run to Kyle Busch’s career lows, it’s the perfect offseason review session for every fan who wants to see where their favorite driver really stands heading into 2026.

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