William Byron’s playoff hopes just took a brutal hit, and it might’ve cost someone their job. After a collision with Ty Dillon at Las Vegas, Kaulig Racing’s spotter has been fired, despite team president Chris Rice publicly defending the group just hours earlier. And as if that wasn’t enough, NASCAR dropped the top 10 most popular driver list and teased the return of a spooky fan-favorite event.
Behind-the-scenes drama, firings, manufacturer moves, and a Halloween twist — this episode had it all. From team politics to popularity contests, Eric breaks down every angle and what it all means for the 2026 season.
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