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Fantasy NASCAR heads to Iowa Speedway—and this unpredictable short track could make or break your lineup!

After Corey Heim’s commanding victory in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Rowdy Dragon turns his attention to the Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway and the next major challenge for Fantasy NASCAR players. Heim’s Indianapolis triumph was his second NASCAR Cup Series victory and his first crown-jewel win.

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to the demanding 0.875-mile Iowa Speedway, where tire management, track position, qualifying speed and short-run performance could determine which fantasy drivers rise to the top. Adding another major variable, Goodyear is bringing a new left-side tire compound for the Cup Series race.

Rowdy Dragon breaks down:

The elite drivers worth using at Iowa

With the regular season entering its final stretch, every fantasy selection matters. Don’t lock in your NASCAR Fantasy Live lineup until you hear Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Iowa Speedway!

The Iowa Corn 350 is scheduled for Sunday, August 9, 2026, with William Byron entering the weekend as the defending Iowa winner.

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Corey Heim just delivered another massive statement—this time on one of NASCAR’s biggest stages! Heim conquered the prestigious Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, earning his second career NASCAR Cup Series victory and proving once again that “Heim Time” has officially arrived.

Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down Heim’s incredible performance, the biggest moments from Indianapolis and what this crown-jewel victory means for his rapidly rising NASCAR career.

Then, it’s time for the NASCAR News of the Week from TobyChristie.com, including:

Alex Bowman announces that he will retire from full-time NASCAR Cup Series competition following the 2027 season.

Jimmie Johnson is getting the iconic No. 48 back! The seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion will reunite with his legendary number for his final Cup Series start in the 2027 Daytona 500.

The 2027 NASCAR schedule is slowly taking shape, with tracks and race dates beginning to fall into place.

The Clash is returning to Daytona International Speedway! NASCAR’s preseason exhibition race heads back to its roots for a Saturday-night showdown during 2027 Speedweeks.

️ NASCAR introduces an updated stage-break procedure, beginning this weekend at Iowa Speedway, designed to eliminate unnecessary back-to-back caution periods when a natural yellow falls near the end of a stage.

Finally, Kerry and Toby deliver a complete preview of the Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway. Which teams will master the demanding 0.875-mile short track? Can defending winner William Byron repeat, or will another contender punch their ticket into the NASCAR Chase?

Plus, Rowdy Dragon reveals his Fantasy NASCAR picks for Iowa Speedway, including the drivers you should start, the racers you should avoid and the sleeper selections who could deliver huge fantasy points.

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The NASCAR Cup Series heads to the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and Rowdy Dragon is ready to help you build a winning Fantasy NASCAR lineup for the Brickyard.

After Joey Logano’s dominant victory at North Wilkesboro and Shane van Gisbergen’s breakout top-five finish on a short track, the focus now shifts to one of the most historic and challenging venues on the NASCAR schedule.

Which drivers have the speed, experience, and momentum to contend at Indianapolis? Who offers valuable upside outside the obvious favorites? And which popular names could become expensive fantasy mistakes?

Rowdy Dragon breaks down the top Fantasy NASCAR picks for Indianapolis, including race-winning favorites, dependable lineup anchors, sleeper selections, mid-pack value plays, and drivers you may want to avoid.

Whether you’re competing in a season-long NASCAR fantasy league, making weekly picks, or looking for an edge before the green flag, this episode gives you the strategy and predictions you need for the Brickyard.

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Joey Logano put on a clinic at North Wilkesboro Speedway, delivering a dominant performance and reminding the NASCAR Cup Series field that the three-time champion remains a major threat.

Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down Logano’s commanding victory, the biggest moments from the weekend, and Kerry’s potentially unpopular take on NASCAR’s pre-race coverage. Was the buildup entertaining, or did it go too far before the green flag?

The guys also discuss Shane van Gisbergen’s breakout top-five finish on a short track. SVG is already considered one of NASCAR’s best road-course racers, but could this result signal that he is becoming a more complete Cup Series contender?

Plus, Justin Allgaier re-signs with JR Motorsports, NASCAR introduces updates to its practice procedures, and the show looks ahead to one of the biggest events on the schedule with a full Indianapolis Motor Speedway preview.

Who will master the historic Brickyard? Which drivers should be watched closely? And who should be in your fantasy NASCAR lineup? Rowdy Dragon delivers his Fantasy NASCAR picks for Indianapolis to close out another packed episode.

Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie, it’s NASCAR news, analysis, opinions, predictions, and plenty of debate on The Final Lap Weekly.

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The A-list Fantasy NASCAR drivers may be running out, so Rowdy Dragon is digging deeper for this weekend’s massive 450-lap race at North Wilkesboro Speedway!

With many fantasy players trying to conserve their top-tier drivers, this is the perfect week to search for mid-pack sleepers, value picks, and under-the-radar contenders who could deliver a huge points day without burning another premium start.

Rowdy Dragon breaks down the drivers who could outperform expectations at one of NASCAR’s toughest short tracks, including who has the speed, patience, tire management, and survival skills needed to make it through an unbelievable 450 laps at North Wilkesboro.

Who offers the best fantasy value? Which popular drivers should you avoid? And which overlooked pick could become the steal of the weekend?

Mid-pack Fantasy NASCAR sleepers

Get your lineup ready with Rowdy Dragon’s Fantasy NASCAR Picks before the green flag drops at North Wilkesboro Speedway!

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Ryan Blaney owned Atlanta Motor Speedway, but his dominant performance is only the beginning of a jam-packed episode of The Final Lap Weekly!

Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down Blaney’s Atlanta victory and the costly penalty that derailed Bubba Wallace’s race. What happened, how much did it hurt, and could it have major playoff implications?

Then, Rowdy Dragon joins the show with his Fantasy NASCAR picks for North Wilkesboro, but with many of the elite A-list drivers likely running low, it may be time to dig deeper into the mid-pack and find some hidden fantasy value.

Plus, MASSIVE Daytona news has dropped! NASCAR is making major changes to the Next Gen racecars ahead of the late-August Daytona race, and championship-winning crew chief Cole Pearn does not hold back with his opinion on the updates.

And get ready for an endurance test at North Wilkesboro Speedway—because this weekend’s race is scheduled for a staggering 450 laps! Yes, 450! We preview the historic short track, the tire strategy, the potential chaos, and which drivers could survive the marathon.

Ryan Blaney’s Atlanta dominance

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It’s time to lock in your Fantasy NASCAR picks for EchoPark Atlanta Motor Speedway, and Rowdy Dragon is back with the strategy, sleepers, studs, and risky plays you need before the green flag drops!

With NASCAR returning to Atlanta Motor Speedway, the big question is simple: are we getting full-on pack racing again? The new Atlanta has produced superspeedway-style chaos, tight drafting, surprise contenders, and wild finishes — which means your fantasy lineup could either explode with points or get wiped out in one bad move.

This week, Rowdy Dragon breaks down the drivers to watch, who has momentum, who fits the Atlanta drafting-style package, and which names could deliver big fantasy value. We’ll look at the top-tier contenders, smart mid-pack plays, risky fade candidates, and potential sleepers who could sneak into a huge finish at EchoPark Atlanta.

Plus, we tie in the latest NASCAR storylines from the Chicagoland Speedway weekend, including the heated SVG vs. Austin Hill drama, the return of “Boys Have At It” energy, and the NASCAR news that could impact the fantasy picture heading into Atlanta.

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NASCAR came roaring back at Chicagoland Speedway, and The Final Lap Weekly is breaking down everything from a wild race weekend packed with drama, controversy, interviews, and big storylines!

This week, Toby Christie sits down for an exclusive interview with NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace, giving fans inside access you won’t want to miss. Plus, we dig into the fireworks between Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill — what happened, did NASCAR hand down any penalties, and is the old-school “Boys Have At It” mentality officially back?

Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie also tackle one of the strangest collector stories of the week: why is Chase Briscoe’s diecast car SOOO exclusive, and what makes it such a hot NASCAR item?

We’ll also cover the biggest NASCAR news of the week from TobyChristie.com, recap the Chicagoland Speedway weekend, and look ahead to the return of Atlanta Motor Speedway for the EchoPark Atlanta race weekend. Will we still see pack racing? Can superspeedway-style chaos take over Atlanta again? And which drivers should fantasy players be watching?

Plus, Rowdy Dragon stops by with his Fantasy NASCAR Picks for EchoPark Atlanta Motor Speedway, giving you the drivers to target, the sleepers to watch, and the picks that could make or break your fantasy lineup.

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Rowdy Dragon is back with Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Chicagoland Speedway! NASCAR returns to the 1.5-mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, and fantasy players have a lot to figure out before setting their lineups.

After sitting quiet for years, what will the Chicagoland track surface be like? Will it still have that worn-out, multi-groove intermediate feel, or will the long layoff create a totally different race than what drivers and fans remember?

This week, Rowdy Dragon breaks down the top fantasy NASCAR picks for Chicagoland, including the favorites, value plays, sleepers, fades, and lineup strategy for a track that could reward tire management, long-run speed, and drivers who know how to work the lanes.

Plus, we look at the latest NASCAR Cup Series momentum, who is heating up after Sonoma, which drivers could be risky fantasy plays, and how to approach your roster for Chicagoland’s return.

Whether you play Fantasy NASCAR, DFS NASCAR, DraftKings, Fantrax, NASCAR Fantasy Live, or garage-style fantasy racing, Rowdy Dragon has the insight you need before the green flag.

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Shane van Gisbergen did it again! The NASCAR Cup Series hit the Sonoma Raceway road course, and SVG once again showed why he has become one of the most dangerous road course racers in the sport. But while the win was dominant, his “punting” skills may need a little fine-tuning after another wild weekend of contact, controversy, and road course chaos.

This week on The Final Lap Weekly, Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie break down the full Sonoma Raceway NASCAR race recap, including SVG’s latest statement win, the biggest movers and losers from wine country, and the moments everyone is talking about.

Plus, why is Toby Christie suddenly trending on X? We dive into the NASCAR social media buzz, the latest headlines from TobyChristie.com, and the growing Chase picture as two drivers may already be closing in on locking up their postseason spots.

Then it’s on to the return of Chicagoland Speedway! NASCAR heads back to the 1.5-mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, and the big question is simple: what kind of track surface are these drivers walking into after the facility sat quiet for so many years? Will Chicagoland race like the old worn-out intermediate fans remember, or will the long layoff create a completely unpredictable weekend?

Rowdy Dragon also stops by with his Fantasy NASCAR Picks for Chicagoland, plus the guys preview the weekend, break down the contenders, sleepers, strategy plays, and everything else you need to know before the green flag.

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