Projecting the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Lineups: Team-by-Team Outlook

As the silly season gains momentum, we delve into the potential lineups of each NASCAR Cup Series team for 2025, providing insights into driver contracts, team plans, and potential changes.

With the NASCAR Cup Series Silly Season in full swing, speculation is rampant regarding the potential lineups of each team for the 2025 season. While talks are ongoing and projections may change, here is a team-by-team outlook based on the latest information available.

Denny Hamlin remains secure in the No. 11 car through at least next year, with no changes anticipated. Chase Briscoe will replace Martin Truex Jr. in the No. 19, with crew chief James Small continuing in his role. Christopher Bell is locked in the No. 20, while Ty Gibbs is expected to continue in the No. 54.

Projecting the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Lineups: Team-by-Team Outlook

Kyle Larson (No. 5), Chase Elliott (No. 9), and William Byron (No. 24) are all signed through at least next year, with no expected changes. Alex Bowman's future in the No. 48 remains in question, but his recent win on the Chicago street course may have tempered speculation of his departure.

Bubba Wallace is expected to return in the No. 23, while Tyler Reddick remains signed through at least next year in the No. 45. The team is believed to be eyeing a third car, with Monster Energy's sponsorship deal making Riley Herbst a potential candidate.

Austin Cindric's win earlier this year and playoff berth likely secure his position in the No. 2 car, despite not being signed for next year. Ryan Blaney (No. 12) and Joey Logano (No. 22) are both under contract through at least next year.

Brad Keselowski is a co-owner and is expected to return in the No. 6, while Chris Buescher is signed through at least next year in the No. 17.

Ross Chastain (No. 1) and Daniel Suarez (No. 99) are both under contract for next year. With two drivers under contract and one car, Trackhouse must decide the fate of Shane van Gisbergen and Zane Smith.

Austin Dillon is signed through at least next year in the No. 3, while Kyle Busch remains in the No. 8. The addition of a third full-time car for next year appears less likely.

Cole Custer has been announced as the driver of the No. 41 car next year, replacing Aric Almirola. The team will remain Ford and have an RFK alliance.

Noah Gragson is signed with the team for next year, but his car number is yet to be announced. The team also has a charter acquired from Stewart-Haas Racing, which could be used for Zane Smith or Sam Mayer.

Corey LaJoie has been replaced by Justin Haley in the No. 7 car. Michael McDowell will replace Zane Smith in the No. 71, and Carson Hocevar remains in the No. 77.

John Hunter Nemechek (No. 42) and Erik Jones (No. 43) are both expected to return next season.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. is signed through at least next season in the No. 47 car.

The No. 15 car could be available to a driver with sponsorship, with Ryan Preece a potential candidate. Justin Haley is signed through at least next year in the No. 51, but may have options to leave or get out of his contract.

The No. 16 car could be open to a driver with sufficient sponsorship, while AJ Allmendinger could return to Cup if Kaulig finds the necessary funds.

Josh Berry has been announced as the driver of the No. 21 car, replacing Harrison Burton. Burton's 2025 landing spot remains uncertain.