[MikeNoun]

Not surprisingly, the best NASCAR drivers are phenomenal dirt track racers. Stewart, Kahne, K. Busch, Bowyer, they love to slide sideways. Probably why they are so successful in the Sprint Cup Series, these guys can drive the wheels off anything.

It's been an interesting year so far.

J. Johnson and Kurt Busch simply don't like each other. They have to be careful in these last few races. I'm sure they'll stay out of each other's way, but if one of them drops in the Chase standings, with no chance of winning, there may be some payback coming.

All these guys in the Chase are worthy. The most surprising ones are Kenseth, Hamlin, and Newman. They've been under the radar most of the year, and rarely get much air time during a race.

Dale Jr. is the other surprise. He's not a Championship driver, and really doesn't deserve to be in the Chase in my opinion (and I like Jr.), but he made it. He's never going to win a Championship, but he brings the fans in.

Kasey Kahne has had the absolute worst luck all year. If there's a wreck on the track, you can bet #4 got caught up in it. It's a shame he didn't make the Chase. He's a hell of a driver.

Jeff Gordon and Kyle Busch have the best chance right now, and of course Jimmie Johnson.

Harvick will self-destruct before the year is over. He'll lose his temper, take someone out, and be penalized. I like Harvick though, and he definitely deserves to be in the Chase.

Tony Stewart is one of my favorites. He can drive Indy Car, dirt track, anything with wheels. Besides, I saw a video where he shows off his car collection. His favorite car? 1979 Trans Am Special Edition. He loves it, and drives it whenever he can.