21 of the 26-race regular season are now complete, leaving just five races left before the NASCAR Cup playoff field is locked in for the 2025 season. However, there’s still a road course, two short tracks, a superspeedway, and a crown jewel before we get to that point.
12 drivers have already guaranteed themselves a spot by winning, but four spots still remain up for grabs. While there are several drivers in a must-win situation, there's still a handful of drivers with a shot of making it in on points alone. Here's a look at where those drivers stand entering the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway:
