Way-Too-Early 2026 NASCAR Power Rankings!

The 2025 season just ended, but Eric is already looking ahead with his way-too-early 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Power Rankings. With early odds already dropping, the offseason speculation is in full swing. From a surprise rookie in the top 10 to a seven-time champion making one last hometown run, this video is packed with storylines and bold calls that set the tone for next year’s chaos.

• Is it crazy to put Connor Zilisch with the same championship odds as Chase Briscoe?
• Can Jimmie Johnson’s San Diego homecoming deliver one more iconic moment?
• How will the unknown 2026 format impact consistency kings like Elliott and Blaney?
• Has Kyle Larson already cemented himself as the man to beat again?

Eric breaks down his full top 10, from Chastain at the edge of contention to Larson sitting firmly atop the mountain, plus the honorable mentions that could shake things up once the new format is revealed. If you think it’s too early to make predictions, think again — the offseason just got interesting. Watch the full breakdown and share your own power rankings in the comments. Who’s too high, who’s too low, and who got snubbed completely?

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