ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Who will take season-ending Ford 400? by Mark Garrow;
Crunching numbers for Homestead by Matt Willis;
Junior's World - 88 crew hoping to end 2009 on positive note;
The Chicken Bone Section by Ryan McGee

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: History in the making by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
McMurray, Labonte find rides in strange silly season by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
No Asterisk For Jimmie Johnson, Just a Great Deal of Respect by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Five of the best Cup title victories in history by Patrick Reynolds

Bleacher Report:
Jeff Gordon Chases His Own Bit Of History at Homestead by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Driver Rankings: Fab Five Finale by Jim McCoy

Captain Thunder:
Johnson Can't Win Title without 'the Racing Gods' on his side

Daly Planet:
Too Much Sunday TV At Homestead by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Roll, Hendrick, Roll by Godwin Kelly

Delaware News Journal:
Johnson or Martin? 'Very cool' either way by Mike Finney

FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson: Toast of the Coast by Holly Cain

Fanzonesports:
Rick Hendrick's Midas Touch Turns The 2009 Season Into Gold by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Mondaca;
It's time to go local again by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Start And Park Doing Nothing For NASCAR: And It's Not Going Anywhere Anytime Soon by Bryan Davis Keith;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: The Lights Of Miami by Matt McLaughlin;
NASCAR Scheduled To Throw Eight Cautions At Homestead by Jeff Meyer;
Fanning The Flames: Closing The Inbox On The 2009 Season by Matt Taliaferro;
Fantasy Insider: How To Hit A Home Run At Homestead And Win It All by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR, Keep The Chase, But Fix It by Doug Demmons

Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner – Homestead-Miami Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Title decided once and for all Sunday by Amanda Vincent

Miami Herald:
NASCAR crew chief rivalry develops between mutual admirers by Gary Long

MikeMulhern.net:
Now if the NASCAR champion were determined strictly by Best Average Finish over the entire season

NASCAR.com:
Could Johnson be the greatest we've ever seen? and
Fourth titles notable for more than just the number by David Caraviello

NASCAR Examiner:
Should we abandon the Chase because Johnson has a big lead? Of course not by Greg Engle

NASCAR-ista:
Saturday Night's All Right for Fighting by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Miami by midnight? and
Is Hendrick too big to fail? and
The view from here by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sentinel:
NASCAR's Mark Martin is the people's choice by George Diaz

Peoria Journal Star:
Unpredictable year, except for the finish by Jane Miller

Philadelphia Daily News:
Johnson on verge of NASCAR history by Bill Fleischman

Phillyburbs:
Outdoor short tracks wrapping up by Ernie Saxton

Race Journal Online:
The Day I Got Miss Sprint Cup's Phone Number! -An Interview with Monica Palumbo by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
And Then There was One - Fantasy Insight- Homestead-Miami by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Stats Give Martin Hope by Rick Minter;
Montoya Has Message For Haters by Jim Pedley

RacingWithRich:
Johnson set to make NASCAR history in Homestead by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
Eight Years Later Gordon Still Looking for Title No. 5

RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Homestead Marks the Finalie of Smoke's First Season as an Owner by Toby Christie

San Diego Union Tribune:
Johnson poised to break historic NASCAR record by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Final race of 2009 Cup season chockfull of scenarios for numerous teams by Rea White;
A hard day of walking at the track by Carolyn Brewster;
Jimmie Johnson has a date with history by Lee Montgomery;
Homestead finale appears to be fight to the finish for some in Truck series by Jared Turner

South Florida Sun Sentinel:
Burgeoning businessman Tony Stewart completing first season as NASCAR driver-owner by Sarah Talalay

SPEEDtv:
New Ford Engine In Again and
Martin: No Regrets, No Worries by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Phoenix by Jeffrey Boswell;
Martin Truex, Jr., Ryan Truex brothers in success by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sports Illustrated:
For Johnson, it's been a long road to a likely fourth title by Brant James

Spotter Stand:
Catch Can: Snowball Derby, Brad Keselowski, Underrated Drivers, And 2010 Predictions by Patrick Baldwin

USA Today:
Team notes: Checkered flag set to fall on NASCAR season

Vegas Insider
Homestead Preview by Micah Roberts

Yahoo Sports:
Ford 400: What To Watch For

York Dispatch:
Stage set for final race of Chase by Ellen Siska

ESPN:
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow at 3pm/et;
Want Air Johnsons? You're outta luck by David Newton;
What will, won't and may be by Terry Blount;
Chat Wrap with Terry Blount;
The Blount Report: NASCAR's Most Overrated and Underrated Drivers, Cars, Teams, and Tracks;
Dr. Racy answers your questions by Ryan McGee

Around the Track Online:
History: 1956 – Buck Baker Gives Carl Kiekhaefer Final Win;
Impressive is (Mike) Bliss by Steve Post

Associated Press:
In The Pits: Keselowski may have rough road ahead by Jenna Fryer

Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Phoenix & Homestead by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson overshadowed by Hamlin and Keselowski by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Danica’s Delaying is Starting to Increase Doubting by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
It’s a long shot, but Martin can still win the championship by Jay W. Pennell

Boston Globe:
Hendrick relishes impending 4-peat by Michael Vega

Bump Drafts:
Wilkesboro Press Conference Was A History Book Brought To Life by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud: Danica's dance, Denny's revenge, Chase-track flap by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Johnson's Phoenix performance demonstration of why he'll be four by Marsha Hoffman

Daly Planet:
"Race Hub" On SPEED Returns For 2010 by John Daly

FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson's Road to American Hero by Holly Cain

FoxSports:
Things aren't so bad after all by Larry McReynolds

Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Big Brother Gets To Keselowski, Marlin's "Sterling" Career, And No Championship Talk (Promise!) by Tom Bowles;
Top Ten Reasons Jimmie Johnson Might Not Win The Chase, Redux by Jeff Meyer;
Mirror Driving: Judging History ... For Hornaday?, McGrew's McMess, And Fixing Feuds by the Frontstretch Staff;
Jimmie Johnson: Continuing To Dominate In Spite Of A Dreaded Disease by Vito Pugliese;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Phoenix compiled by Mike Neff

Fan Huddle:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Jimmie Johnson Four-Peat Something to See by Patti Rodisch

Herald Bulletin:
Johnson one of the best by Ken de la Bastide

Insider Racing News:
Johnson Takes Phoenix By Storm by Chuck Abrams;
Johnson Wins..And The Crowd Goes Mild! by Larry Van Zandt

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Who can stop HMS? by Amanda Vincent

NASCAR.com:
A champion is a champion and that's all there is to it by Dave Rodman;
Teams struggle to sustain sponsorship dollars;
Chasing down a dream; nightmare in the waiting - Pros, cons of playoff format in Nationwide, Truck series

NASCAR Media:
Homestead Weekend Preview page

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #50 by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Brad Keselowski vs. Denny Hamlin by Monte Dutton

NASCAR This Week:
Legedary mechanic Yunick made only one appearance in a NASCAR race and
Speed finishing rookie season with Red Bull Racing by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Junior vs. Kyle Busch, Earnhardt's Stats are Better by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Dale Earnhardt Jr Takes Aggressive Measures to Stop Curse by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Former Greats Pick The Current Greatest by Mark Armijo

RacingOne:
First Year a Success by Pete Pistone;
RacingOne Power Rankings;
Still Around: Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

Racing Tool:
A Better Role for the Camping World Series by David Dubczak

RacingWithRich:
Stewart's season going opposite from the norm by Richard Allen

Roanoke Times:
NASCAR surveys fans on broadcasts/Notes by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Aric Almirola battles through adversity, makes most of opportunity by Krista Voda;
End of the NASCAR season brings mixed emotions by Jeff Gluck;
State of developing drivers a bigger concern than lack of rookies by Bob Pockrass;
Cleaning up the debris after a three-race weekend in Phoenix by Kenny Bruce;
A classic case of overcoming adversity to win a title by Steve Waid

SPEEDtv:
Five Stories You Might Have Missed by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal” With Dave Rogers by Wendy Venturini

Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: With one to go, it's Jimmie's championship to lose by Larry Taylor;
When will Junior Nation crack? by Clayton Caldwell

Sporting News:
Avid fans more focused late in NASCAR season by Michael Smith;
Numbers Overwhelmingly Favor Johnson by Buzz Cutler

Sports Illustrated:
Burton's success with new crew chief bodes well for 2010 by Tim Tuttle;
Johnson leads Chase... and Power Rankings by Tom Bowles

Sports Network:
Johnson, Hendrick looking to make NASCAR history at Homestead

Stock Car History Online:
Curtis Turner, Daredevil Pilot (Photographs discovered of Turner landing his plane at Charlotte Motor Speedway)

Toronto Star:
Danica won’t say anything about 2010 because she can’t by Norris McDonald

Toronto Sun:
Chasing NASCAR history by Dean McNulty

USA Today:
NASCAR enticing more Formula One drivers by Nate Ryan;
Biffle set for solid results in finale, strides in offseason by Greg Biffle;
Burton, Childress team make strides after crew overhauls by Seth Livingstone

Yahoo Sports:
2010 is a rookie-less NASCAR season, so far by Jay Busbee;
Happy Hour: Entertainment vs. sporting chance by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Missing the Mark (Martin) and
2009 Power Rankings: Homestead-Miami Speedway by Ryan McGee;
Rank the Chase Drivers;
Fireworks at Phoenix in all three series

Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson makes winning stand at Phoenix, has fourth title in sight by Don Coble

AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: 1963 – Fireball Roberts Scored His Final Win

Bump-Drafts:
On The Verge of an RCR Revival? by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Burton, RCR making strides down the stretch by Brian De Los Santos

Daly Planet:
TV's Rock And A Hard Place by John Daly

Fanzonesports:
Jimmie Johnson Flirted With Disaster, Now He is Flirting With History by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
Fans are mad at the wrong guy by Darrell Waltrip;
Team 48 comes back with a vengeance and
Drivers should remember the fans by Jeff Hammond;
Forget titles, there's more to watch at Homestead by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Is Jeff Gordon's Drive For Five Permanently Stalled? by Danny Peters;
Broadcasting Brilliance: My Picks For An All-Star NASCAR Commentating Crew by Vito Pugliese;
Talking NASCAR TV: The Championship Is A Big Story -- But Not THAT Big by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #9 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500K by Beth Lunkenheimer

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR's 2009 Racing Season Quickly Winding Down by Allen Madding

KPHO.com:
NASCAR Fans Help Boost Local Economy by Elizabeth Erwin

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves

Las Vegas Sun:
A few observations from the infield at Phoenix by Mike Smith

Lexington Dispatch:
Before Hendrick, there was Kiekhaefer by Ben White

Los Angeles Times:
Mark Martin seems likely to come up short again in Cup chase by Jim Peltz

NASCAR.com:
Pemberton reflects on season, prepares for '10 by Joe Menzer;
Montoya eighth at Phoenix, makes move on top five by Dave Rodman;
Running second should not be overlooked in NASCAR by Duane Cross

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Keeping up with the Johnsons by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Insiders:
Teams Already Tweaking Crews For Next Season by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Johnson's matchups are quite impressive, thank you and
Burning issues: 11-17-09 by Monte Dutton

Race Talk Radio:
Championship Domination - Making the Grade- Phoenix 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - What You Might Not Have Seen at Phoenix by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Shed No Tears For Martin by Mike Harris;
Sterling Marlin Says It Is ‘Probably” All Over and
That’s All Folks by Larry Woody

RacingOne:
Burton Looking Ahead by Jeff Wackerlin

RacinwithRuss:
Johnson Pulls Away in Phoenix by Russell Schmidt

SceneDaily:
Championship battle may not be tight, but Chase still has some intrigue by Lee Montgomery;
On Location: QVC and Dale Earnhardt Jr. sell at Whisky River by Jay Pfeifer

Speedway Media:
Behind closed doors: Tony Stewart's kinder, gentler side by Kimberley Powell;
The Final Word: Mark Martin being fitted for his fifth bridesmaid gown by Ron Thornton;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Phoenix Edition by Dave Grayson;
One race to go and Jimmie Johnson is in the driver's seat by Ron Fleshman

Sports Illustrated:
Barring another crash, Johnson will be 2009 Sprint Cup champ by Lars Anderson;
Martin content without Sprint Cup victory by Bruce Martin

Sports Network:
Hamlin, Keselowski rivalry is at its boiling point by Chris Symeon

Sports Radio Interviews:
Richard Childress: “We are looking forward to 2010 and getting 2009 behind us and maybe get up there and be a contender with Jimmie Johnson next year.”

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Martin is a true champion by Jenna Fryer

ESPN.com:
A good day not good enough by David Newton;
Johnson's historic quest continues by Terry Blount

Alabama Live:
Jeff Burton says next generation will appreciate Jimmie Johnson by Doug Demmons

Arizona Republic:
Johnson nears title with huge win at PIR by Mark Armijo;
Notes: Earnhardt's struggles continue by Michael Knight;
Championship continues to elude Martin by Jim Gintonio;
Put Johnson in 'most dominant' discussion by Bob Young

Associated Press:
Johnson cruising into finale after Phoenix victory by Jenna Fryer

Athlon Sports:
Return to Form: Johnson, 48 team dominate at PIR by Amanda Brahler

Auto Racing Daily:
Title is Still no Sure Thing For Jimmie Johnson by Jerry Bonkowski

Auto123:
Jimmie Johnson bounces back in Phoenix by Lewis Franck

Bleacher Report:
It's Official: Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Is Cursed by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Winners and Losers: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Denny Hamlin Finishes Third at Phoenix, Again by Patti Rodisch

Bump Drafts:
Race React: Domination In The Desert by Jim McCoy

CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 presented by Pennzoil by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
Johnson rebounds to prove point, Team 48 just best in business by Pete Pistone

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne just along for the ride at Phoenix by Darren Pope

CupScene:
Oil Causes This Week’s Earnhardt Woes and
As Easy As ABC and
Truex Gets Top Five Finish and
Building Momentum by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Phoenix On ABC by John Daly

Dialed In:
Stop Stereotyping NASCAR Fans: NASCAR Fans and Starbucks by Claire B. Lang

FanHouse:
Championship-Worthy Seasons Again Not Enough for Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin by Geoffrey Miller

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Johnson reasserts Chase dominance and
Is time running out for Danica, Hendrick deal? by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Phoenix Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Want To Stop Hendrick? Here's Five Ways To Do It by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #9 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Robby Gordon Clinches Spot In Top 35 As Speed, Andretti Stumble by Mike Ravesi;
Wrecks Doom Rookies At Phoenix As Joey Logano Leads The Wounded by Tony Lumbis

Insider Racing News:
Jimmie Johnson Careful But Fast, Wins At Phoenix by Ron Felix;
Greatest Truck Series Champion of All Time by Matthew Pizzolato

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

Los Angeles Times:
Jimmie Johnson has another Sprint Cup well in hand by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson bounces back in dominating fashion by Amanda Vincent

Mikemulhern.net:
Just how good can Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus become? and
Jimmie Johnson! Win number seven, and now he can almost cruise at Homestead and
John McCain always feels at home at Phoenix International Raceway....Maybe he can give NASCAR a shot in the arm and
For Mark Martin and Jeff Gordon, it's wait-till-next-year.....

NASCAR.com:
Superman will fly into Homestead a champion and
Burton, RCR improve as season nears the end by Joe Menzer

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Back to our regularly scheduled programming: A Johnson ‘Butt-whooping’ by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner :
So it’s over? No not yet and
Hendrick Motorsports owns NASCAR… except for that Junior guy by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insider:
Keselowski Continues To Make Enemies by T.C.

NASCAR-ista:
Talk About a Series of Unfortunate Events by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR gamer: For everyone but Johnson, the end is near and
This isn't competitive, it's utterly dominant and
Checker O'Reilly 500 notebook: Johnson sits back ... for a very short while and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Rattlesnake, Earnhardt Wreck, and Kyle Busch's Front End Grip by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
Jimmie Johnson Angers NASCAR by Not Following Script (Junior is Cursed, Forty-Three Kyles) by Dennis Michelsen

RacingNation:
In Just Ten Years... by Dan Margetta

RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Phoenix by Pete Pistone

RacingWithRich:
Brian France wants double standard applied in court case against ex-wife and
Finding a sponsor for Robby is more important than finding a sponsor for Danica by Richard Allen

Racin' Today:
Johnson Takes Leisurely Ride To Victory Lane by Jim Pedley

RubbingsRacing:
NNS: Kyle Busch All but Locks Nationwide Title, but Leaves Track Angry by Toby Christie

SceneDaily:
NASCAR has its very own Terminator by Art Weinstein;
Pat Tryson in difficult position in final races by Jared Turner

SPEEDtv:
Johnson Wins At PIR, Closes On Record and
Johnson Takes It To The Field and
Martin Down, Gordon Out Of Title Race by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Jimmie Johnson on the verge of another championship, but who cares? by Angela Campbell;
NASCAR takes 'hands off' approach to Denny Hamlin-BradKeselowski feud by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Johnson keeps the snakes at bay for a win in Phoenix by Rebecca Spence;
Surprising, Not Surprising: Phoenix International Raceway by Larry Taylor

Sporting News:
Jimmie Johnson -- The Tiger Woods Of Racing by Jim Pedley;
Johnson widens Chase lead with win at Phoenix and
Notebook: Johnson's win clips Martin's title hopes by Reid Spencer

Spotter Stand:
Smoke Screen: Stewart’s Comments, Danica’s Future, Changes To The Chase, And Johnson’s Place In History by Patrick Baldwin

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR's Jimmie Johnson put on a clinic in Phoenix: Let's talk legacy, not trophy by Janelle Jalbert

Stock Car History Online:
Junior Johnson Very Nearly Changes The Course Of NASCAR History by Rick Houston

36 Races:
Is the Chase Having the Opposite Effect? and
Actually, Using Formula 1 Points System, Johnson Would Have Just Clinched by Dale Watermill

Toronto Star:
Johnson’s won the Sprint Cup, but then again he hasn’t - yet by Norris McDonald

Virginian Pilot:
And down the stretch ... by Dustin Long

USA Today:
Hendrick drivers put on show of strength at Phoenix by Seth Livingstone;
Johnson flies to Phoenix win, nears fourth NASCAR crown by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Vengeful Johnson can sleep comfortably by Dan Wetzel

ESPN.com:
Hamlin versus Keselowski: Let 'em race and
Thank you, Carl, for the ride of my life and
48 crew thrives on race-day chaos by David Newton;
Despite doubts, JJ still a lock to win Cup title by Terry Blount

ABC15 News:
Phoenix track running strong, despite struggling economy by Angie Holdsworth

Alabama Live:
Indy's new title sponsor talks some smack about NASCAR and
Carl Edwards delays Kyle Busch's Nationwide championship party by Doug Demmons

Arizona Republic:
Notes: Burton says Danica's 'welcome' and
PIR newsmaker: Crew chief Chad Knaus and
Nationwide: Edwards stalls Ky. Busch's celebration by Michael Knight;
Johnson facing challenges at PIR by Mark Armijo

Around The Track Online:
History: 1992 – Elliott Wins Race, Kulwicki Wins Championship and Richard Petty’s Last Race, Jeff Gordon’s First

Associated Press:
Edwards' win staves off Busch title and
Stewart considers 1st season as owner a success by Jenna Fryer

Augusta Chronicle:
Martin wants more from magical year by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
News, Notes, and Wild Rides at Phoenix International Raceway by Brad Vipperman

Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Checker O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 by Jim McCoy

CarsAndRacingStuff:
Random Lugnuts: Zombie Sponsorships by Bill Crittenden

Chicago Tribune:
Kurt Busch: Texas victory aftermath and more

CupScene:
Edwards Nabs a Victory As A Rivalry Intensifies by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Eyes Turn To The Original Mr. Excitement by John Daly

Darlington Chick:
The Hands That Feed NASCAR by Terri Ketterman

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Race report - Questions and Attitude by Ken Willis and Godwin Kelly

Detroit Free Press:
The tachometer

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
It is not about points anymore for #42 team by Josh Lobdell

Florida Today:
Martin making Sprint Cup title chase interesting by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Hamlin, Keselowski feud reignites at Phoenix and
The Hot Pass: Stewart pleased by team's results by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
Can Mark Martin Win His First Championship? by Kim Roberson

Los Angeles Times:
Rick Hendrick says Jimmie Johnson's dominance doesn't make NASCAR boring and
Jimmie Johnson just wants to forget Texas and
Kyle Busch burning again after a bad season by Jim Peltz

Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Phoenix track a favorite stop for Denny Hamlin by Denny Hamlin

Miami Herald:
In Homestead, a final push for the Sprint Cup by Adam H. Beasley

Midland Daily News:
A spat with NASCAR leads to a good move by Mike Harper

MikeMulhern.net:
Hey now, this Waltrip dude looks pretty promising....NASCAR's best pitchman is finally over the hump

NASCAR.com:
Truex looking forward to future with new team by Joe Menzer;
Small changes on tap for 88 after solid final practice by Dave Rodman

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hornaday’s 4th title puts him in elite company and
Can somebody get Denny Hamlin a tissue? by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR This Week:
Examining the Phoenix odds and
Phoenix notebook #3: Edwards discusses the season of his discontent and
Can Hamlin 'close the book' on flat tracks? and
Johnson's only fear is ... fear itself and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
Saturday at Phoenix: Tornadoes, Rain and Sons of Thunder by Michelle Dawn

News and Tribune:
Don’t give Johnson the Cup title just yet by Kevin Harris

Racing Fashionistas:
News from the Track-Phoenix by Darlynn Nangano

Racin' Today:
Race Day: ‘The People’ Are Watching Martin by Jim Pedley

Racing Post:
Busch brothers can star in NASCAR Phoenix race by Phil Agius

Roanoke Times:
Time running out for Martin and
Stewart pleased with his transition by Dustin Long

San Diego Union Tribune:
Johnson, Knaus making it work by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Hendrick vs. Hendrick vs. Hendrick by Mike Hembree;
Denny Hamlin a leader or whiner? by Bob Pockrass

SPEEDtv:
Montoya Welcomes Trulli To NASCAR

Speedway Media:
Carl Edwards wins Nationwide race, leaving Kyle Busch to wonder 'Why, why, why?' by Mary Jo Buchanan

Stock Car Spin:
Jimmie Johnson: Lightning Can't Strike Twice by Hopper

Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' It With Carl: Texas Edition by Tom Bowles

Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Marty Robbins, Racer

Yahoo Sports:
Edwards has found predictions don’t mean squat by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Junior missing out on the Hendrick fun by David Newton;
Phoenix Chase chances, Friday the 13th edition by Ryan McGee;
Cup regulars hogging the spotlight by Terry Blount

Arizona Republic:
Truex on pole, Johnson third at PIR by Mark Armijo;
Hornaday wins record 4th Trucks title by Jim Gintonio;
No open-wheel races at PIR in 2010/Notes by Michael Knight

Associated Press:
Drivers still have incentive for final 2 races and
Truex, Kurt Busch take top 2 spots at PIR by Jenna Fryer

Athlon Sports:
Mark Martin: Late Surge or the Final Purge? by Vito Pugliese

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 2003 Checker Auto Parts 500 (Dale Jr at his best) by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Chase leader likes position by Don Coble

AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: 1993 – Rusty Wins Race, Earnhardt Wins Championship; Tribute to Allison and Kulwicki in Post-Race

Bleacher Report:
Starbucks and NASCAR Are Perfect Together by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Actually, Starbucks Has Met Several NASCAR Fans by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
With Phoenix looming, J.J. vulnerability might be illusion by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Martin's lesson from 1990? Don't change horses by Tom Higgins

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Look for fewer Cup drivers in Nationwide by Lindsey Young

CupScene:
He’s Number One by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Take A Good Look At Marty Reid by John Daly

Fayetteville Observer:
Racin’ in them thar hills [North Wilkesboro] by Thomas Pope

Florida Today:
Martin making Sprint Cup title chase interesting by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Kahne playing the waiting game and
F1 star Trulli keeping his eyes on NASCAR by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
Good News for Detroit is Good News for NASCAR by Brenda Benedict

Michigan Live:
Ron Hornaday's fourth Trucks title begs question: Should he be in NASCAR Hall? by Steve Kaminski

MikeMulhern.net:
Bobby Labonte: He makes the call and
Martin Truex? Montoya's lame duck teammate provides a Friday surprise at Phoenix and
So it's down to Jimmie Johnson vs Mark Martin for the title: wide-open at Phoenix, or cautious and careful? and
Denny Hamlin: Drivers need a 'board' to advise NASCAR

NASCAR.com:
Johnson ready to move on; Martin approach the same by Joe Menzer;
Finally, some signs of life at old North Wilkesboro by David Caraviello;
Changing Hands focuses on service and community by Rick Houston

NASCAR-ista:
They're Not Just NASCAR Pretty Faces by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR knuckleheads on the radio and
Phoenix notebook #2: Johnson recalls the one that got away and
Quotes from Phoenix

RacingOne:
[Kurt] Busch Plans on Ending Strong and
Keeping Track by Pete Pistone

Racin' Today:
GM Is Winning On Sundays by Mike Harris;
Cup Notes: Kahne Facing ‘Lot of Unknowns’ and
Warning! Do Not Bet Against Hendrick At PIR by Jeff Hood

Roanoke Times:
[Robby] Gordon looks for sponsors/Notes and
'Start-and-park' life a tough one for Blaney by Dustin Long

Roberts NASCAR Notes:
Phoenix Happy Hour: Johnson and Martin Bringing Their Best by Micah Roberts

SceneDaily:
The deconstruction of Danica Patrick by Kris Johnson;
Brad Keselowski's aggressive style should be embraced, not criticized by Jeff Gluck

SPEEDtv:
Big Day For Waltrip At PIR by Tom Jensen

Sports Illustrated:
Martin eager to shed label of best driver who hasn't won title by Lars Anderson;
My two cents on Danica to NASCAR by Mark Beech

USA Today:
Earnhardt Jr. says his NASCAR team is no sure thing for Danica by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Rowdy is relevant again by Jenna Fryer;
I still have a shot by Mark Martin

ESPN::
SCC Preview: Will Johnson rebound in Phoenix? by Mark Garrow;
Changes to car won't be coming soon by Ed Hinton;
RCR may be finally getting it together by Terry Blount

Around The Track Online:
History: 1994: Bandit’s Last Ride – Harry Gant’s Last Point-Paying Race

Arizona Republic:
Q&A with PIR president Bryan Sperber and
PIR notebook: Roush looking ahead to 2010 by Michael Knight;
Busch, Hornaday can close out NASCAR titles at PIR by Mark Armijo

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Texas-Sized Trouble by Matt Taliaferro

Auto Racing Daily:
Why New York Will Always be Better for NASCAR Than Las Vegas by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
Dale Earnhardt: The Man and Legend Who Defined NASCAR Sprint Cup Racing by Rob Tiongson

Bump Drafts:
I’ll Say This About Jimmie by Jim McCoy

Caledonian Record:
Strap In! A Few Ideas To Improve Cup Racing by Biggy Bigelow

Charlotte Observer:
Q & A with Brian France [Pearson in Hall, Danica, Dale Jr. discussed] by Scott Fowler;
Job toll mounts as Petty merger with Yates advances by Bob Henry

CupScene :
Stats Speak For Themselves by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Gentlemen Start Your TV Remotes by John Daly

Delware News Journal:
Leader's crash resuscitates Chase by Mike Finney

Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor's view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell

FanHouse:
Sprint Cup Crown Remains Jimmie Johnson's to Lose by Geoffrey Miller

FoxSports:
Danica Sue -- how will she do? by Darrell Waltrip;
Phoenix preview: Hendrick head-to-head by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Danica hype a symbol of where it's at today by Kurt Smith;
The Racin', the Dumb, and the Just Flat Ugly: Where Do On-Track Incidents Rate? by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Working Inside... by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Busy News Week by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Scott Speed Driver Diary: Finishing Strong, Then Off To Europe...With Kyle Busch? by Scott Speed

Georgia Racing History:
GRHOF Member Jack Smith Honored At Talladega by Brandon Reed

Houston Chronicle:
A point separates former teammates/Notebook by Russ Goodall

Indianapolis Star:
How the Chase is shaping up by Curt Cavin

Insider Racing News:
Will NASCAR Have to Put the Brakes on Twitter? by Rebecca Gladden;
Plans Gone Wrong: Drivers and Teams That Went Missing In ‘09 by Nick Blake

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Phoenix and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Las Vegas revs up for NASCAR party by Jeff Wolf

Los Angeles Times:
Mark Martin keeps up pressure in Sprint Cup Series by Jim Peltz

Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Racing Beat - The Wilke family stays driven and
Fast and fun by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Thanks to Texas, tiering is back to a two-man race by Marty Snider;
PIR played big role in title battles involving Earnhardt by Mark Aumann;
Johnson, Martin should lead the way at Phoenix by Mark Taylor;
Track Smack: Johnson still has sizeable lead, but no longer a lock

NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle - Anything can happen in final two races by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
The Glamorous World Of Race Team Travel by T.C.

NASCAR-ista:
The Real Reason For All That Johnson Hate by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Living slightly less vicariously and
Phoenix notebook #1: Odds still favor Johnson in Chase by Monte Dutton

Philadelphia Daily News:
Montoya a good fit with NASCAR by Bill Fleischman

Phillyburbs.com:
NASCAR safety issues getting attention by Ernie Saxton

Race Journal Online:
Conspiracies, Grudges, and Smokin' Hot Girls! by Rob Quillen

RacingWithRich:
RPM having immediate success with Ford by Richard Allen

Racin' Today:
Not All Issues Mechanical/Notes by Rick Minter

Racing Geek:
Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

RotoTimes:
Driver Performance: Checker O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 by Brian Polking

SceneDaily:
Time, opportunities running out by Kenny Bruce;
Time for wins by Mike Hembree;
I want the nail-biting drama by Carolyn Brewster

Southern Pines Pilot:
Racing Returns to Historic North Wilkesboro by Andy Cagle

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson aims to hit his set up early to stay ahead of a pack that smells blood by Janelle Jalbert

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Notes: Will there be a showdown in the valley of the sun? by Dave Grayson;
Controversy and championships: Nothing in new in NASCAR by Clayton Caldwell

Sports Illustrated:
Lot on line for Earnhardt, Almendinger, others in final races by Tom Bowles

Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Ready, Ready....Green! Green! Green! by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car Spin:
...But What If Mark Loses? by Hopper

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Time is short and
Outside the NASCAR Chase, it's finish strong by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Martin has shot to win Chase, but Johnson remains in control by Nate Ryan

Vegas Insider
Phoenix Preview by Micah Roberts

York Dispatch:
There's still some drama in Chase by Ellen Siska

ESPN:
Bud Moore, American Hero and
Junior gets a taste of the tabloid life by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers for Phoenix by Matt Willis;
Fallen soldier, friend will be missed by David Newton;
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow

All Left Turns:
Why the Sprint Cup needs a dirt race by Patrick Reynolds;
He came, he drove, he almost won by Jay W. Pennell;
For One-Track Minds

Arizona Republic:
Hendrick reaching historic heights and
Notes: New restart rule to have PIR debut by Michael Knight

AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: Buddy Baker beats “Super Tex”; a moonshine bust nearly cancels race and Gordon’s first Championship and
Food: Good Eating in Phoenix – including Chinese-Mexican?

Augusta Chronicle:
Lending a helping hand and
NASCAR Newsmaker: Ryan Newman by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Regardless of Texas Struggles, Johnson Still No. 1 Story in Phoenix by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
Phoenix Could Be Mark Martin's Final Championship Chance, Ever by David Yeazell;
NASCAR veterans face thin ice in downturn: Today’s racing, part two by Janelle Jalbert

Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR Appealing to female fans: Raising Breast Cancer Awareness

Bump Drafts:
Fab Five Driver Rankings: Shifting Fortunes by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Team comes first in land of Hendrick Motorsports by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer: (re-posts)
Hard-nosed racer was in thick of D-Day action and
Bud Moore, An American Hero by Tom Higgins

Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Johnson's crash keeps Chase going by Marsha Hoffman

Dallas Morning News:
Despite the Dickies 500, the Chase for the Cup is over by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
Updated Banquet And Championship Week TV News by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Some of the least expected making news by Godwin Kelly

Element of Speed:
Shut Up and Drive by Summer Dreyer

Fanzonesports:
Does Jimmie Johnson Have The Chase In His Hands? by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
Biffle looks at season-ending run as prep for 2010 by Rea White;
If not now, Martin may win title in 2010 by Jeff Hammond;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca

Frontstretch:
Fanning The Flames: The Crew Chief Carousel And Other Assorted Oddities by Matt Taliaferro;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: Racing Against The Media-ocrity by Matt McLaughlin;
Even The "Rosetta Stone" Couldn't Help You Understand Brian France! by Jeff Meyer;
Jimmie Johnson's Garage Leadership Misinterpreted By The Media by Tommy Thompson;
Fantasy Insider: Watering Your Fantasy Seeds In The Phoenix Desert by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Montoya Is Right, NASCAR Racing Is The Best by Doug Demmons

Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner – Phoenix Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel;
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase isn't over yet and
Owner's points title on line with two to go by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Ford's new FR9…the latest escalation in NASCAR's horsepower wars: And just how is this whole engine war thing saving teams money and making racing better? and
Is NASCAR worried that Rick Hendrick is dominating this sport? Just what is NASCAR worried about? and
Rick Hendrick going for his fifth straight Phoenix win…and ready to celebrate an historic 1-2-3 finish in NASCAR championship chase

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
The Drill: Montoya a NASCAR contender by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Title or trifecta possible at sunny Phoenix short track by Chris Stanfield;
History shows points leader doesn't slip at PIR by Bill Kimm;
Driver development is a must, difficult to achieve by Dave Rodman;
Power Rankings

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Why is Toyota out of F1, but still in NASCAR? Because they can win by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Five questions with NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Cool It With The Jimmie Conspiracies by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
The view from here: Western skies forever by Monte Dutton

NASCAR Truck Series Examiner:
Veteran Terry Cook vs rising star Brian Scott: The nature of NASCAR racing today, part one by Janelle Jalbert

Race Talk Radio:
Give Hope a Chance for Mark Martin - Fantasy Insight- Phoenix 2 by Dennis Michelsen

RacingOne:
Hendrick: Part 2 - Driver Diary by Alli Owens

RacingWithRich:
NASCAR's problem are Junior's fault by Richard Allen

Racin' Today:
The News Is Mixed On Fates Of Old Tracks by Rick Minter;
Kyle Pulled A Kyle After Texas Race by Larry Woody;
Fixing As Cool As Crashing by Jim Pedley;
The Search For Jimmie’s Place In History Begins by Mark Armijo

Roanoke Times:
Montoya defends Cup racing/Notes by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
It may not be great, but Mark Martin has a chance by Steve Waid;
Young guns ready to shine in Nationwide Series by Lee Montgomery;
Jimmie Johnson ready to take flight at Phoenix by David Exum;
Race fans find tough going in muddy parking lots by Carolyn Brewster

SPEEDtv:
Martin Keeping Pressure On and
Johnson, Martin Favorites At PIR and
Biffle Hunts For Answers, Better Results by Tom Jensen;
Army Strong by Ryan Newman;
Eyes On 2010 by Jimmy Spencer

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Texas by Jeffrey Boswell

SpinDoctor500:
Cost rules haven't helped Robby Gordon

Sporting News:
Who's on track after Texas by Bill Marx

Sports Illustrated:
My Sportsman: Jimmie Johnson by Lars Anderson;
Despite crash, Johnson still first in Power Rankings

USA Today:
Team notes: NASCAR heads to desert for next-to-last race

Yahoo Sports:
What To Watch For: Checker Auto 500K

ESPN:
Danger lurking in Johnson's rearview by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Texas by Matt Willis

Arizona Republic:
Johnson continues title quest at PIR by Mark Armijo

Around The Track:
History: 1956 – 3 Races in One Day: Winners – Weatherly, Thompson and Panch

Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Texas & Phoenix by Matt Taliaferro

Auto Racing Daily:
Having Second Thoughts About Las Vegas For NASCAR’s Awards Banquet by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
A Tribute To My Favorite Veteran and Race Fan by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
I Saw a Race… and I Liked It by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud: Martin giving J.J. slight push with two races to go by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-11 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.

Daly Planet:
Who Should Host The Sprint Cup Series Banquet? by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Brumos, Bill's Kid, North Wilkesboro & Vegas Calling by Godwin Kelly

Fanzonesports:
Mark Martin Poised for Fifth Chance To win First Sprint Cup Championship by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
It starts with 'P' and rhymes with 'T' and it stands for Trouble by Darrell Waltrip;
NASCAR's testing ban may have backfired by Jeff Owens;
Change looks good for Kyle Busch by Jeff Hammond

Free Lance Star:
Hey, Tiger: Make room for Johnson by Steve DeShazo

Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Championship Collusion, Poor Media Manners, And Salvaging 2009 by Tom Bowles;
Texas Race A Snapshot Of What Could Have Been For Many Drivers In 2009 by Vito Pugliese;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Texas compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Too Much Teamwork?, Curbing NASCAR Criticism, And A Tall Order For Townley

Insider Racing News:
Texas Exposes Chink In Johnson's Armor by Chuck Abrams

NASCAR.com:
In the middle of the desert, an old Southern race track by David Caraviello

NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR needs its critics, not old drivers and crew chiefs by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #49 by T.C.

NASCAR Media:
Phoenix Weekend Preview page

NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the week: Sam Hornish Jr. vs. Jimmie Johnson and
Bailey was the first stock car driver at Indy and
Fan tips: Great deal on limited-edition NASCAR prints by Garry Hill and
Whew! What a relief! Johnson got his bad race out of the way and
Burning issues: 11-10-09 by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Mark vs. Jimmie in Phoenix by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Dale Earnhardt Jr's Death Spiral by Dennis Michelsen

RubbingsRacing:
Greg Biffle: Very Excited About The New Ford Engine by DJ DeSpain

SceneDaily:
Crown NASCAR national tour champions on different weekends by Bob Pockrass;
Phoenix race provides ‘homecoming weekend’ for T.J. Bell by Krista Voda

Speedway Media:
Juan Pablo Montoya: 'Nothing compares' to NASCAR by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Championship Chase Watch: Eight down, two left and the #48 team rebuilds a race car by Larry Taylor;
Danica Patrick vs Sara Christian, the First Woman of NASCAR by Shell Sparrow;
The Future of NASCAR: Spotlight on Corey LaJoie by Angela Campbell

Staggered Special:
Colin Braun Making His Way To The Top One Step At A Time by Glen Hendricks

Toronto Star:
Toyota staying in NASCAR by Dean McNulty

Weekender:
Petty cleaning house by Timothy J. Raub

USA Today:
Biffle targets concrete goals ahead of Chase's closing act by Greg Biffle

Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Intervention time by Jay Hart

ESPN:
Historically, Johnson's lead still enough by Terry Blount;
Rank 'Em: Chase Drivers;
NASCAR's surprising crew chief moves and
North Wilkesboro lives! and
2009 Power Rankings: Phoenix International Raceway by Ryan McGee

Arizona Republic:
NASCAR still helps drive car sales by Michael Knight

Armchair Crew Chief:
Reporter Takes the Heat from Casey Mears by Austin Kilgore

Around The Track Online:
History: 1996 – A big day for the Labonte Boys. Bobby Wins Atlanta, Terry Wins the Championship

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Fans cheer Johnson's wreck as Martin closes gap by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson refused to quit after setback by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Could Bruton Smith’s Foray Into Qatar Have NASCAR Close Behind? by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Updated championship probability table: Martin, Gordon still have a shot by Dale Watermill

Bleacher Report:
Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch and Mark Martin: As the Wheel Turns in Texas by David Yeazell

Bump Drafts:
The Fat Lady’s Warmed Up, But Not Singing by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Gordon fails to take full advantage by Brian De Los Santos

Dallas Morning News:
Gossage fired up about 2010 at Texas Motor Speedway by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
Monday TV Better Than Sunday? by John Daly

Denton Record-Chronicle:
NASCAR Notebook: Pilot Point’s Richardson showing promise by Matt Crider

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR Chase: everyone-is-human edition by Josh Lobdell

Dialed In:
48 Team Post Texas Motor Speedway Crash “Let’s Build Something Together” by Claire B. Lang

DFW.com:
Pics 11.09.09: Sunday race day at TMS

Element of Speed:
Cue the Band, it's Musical Chairs! by Amanda Vincent

FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Dickies 500 by Geoffrey Miller

Fanzonesports:
NASCAR Looks To The Heavens With Public Prayer Before Each Race by Sal Sigala Jr.

51 Sports:
Jeff Fultz Overcomes Loss of Son to Win North South Shootout

Frontstretch:
Can Mark Martin Do The Unthinkable And Prevent The 4-Peat? by Danny Peters;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN, We Know Johnson Wrecked. Thank You ... by Phil Allaway;
Who's The Best NASCAR Free Agent Left? by Tom Bowles'
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #8 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth : Dickies 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Laidback Racing:
My Take by Mad Mikie

Lexington Dispatch:
Johnson's crash renews Cup Chase by Ben White

MikeMulhern.net:
The chase may be hot again...or at least hotter...but where were the Fords Sunday at Texas?

NASCAR.com:
It's a matter of numbers coming down the stretch by Duane Cross;
Respect and resolve key to Gustafson, Martin success and
One moment just made the title battle relevant again by Joe Menzer;
Head2Head: Would you hire Danica Patrick?

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Another year, more layoffs in the NASCAR garages by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Insider:
The End Is Near by T.C.

NASCAR-ista:
Country Countdown - NASCAR Style by Michelle Dawn

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Kyle Busch: Grow Up or Go Home by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Jimmie Johnson the Ultimate Tease - Making the Grade- Texas 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Hiccups Are Seldom Fatal by Larry Woody

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

Racing Tool:
New NASCAR Struggling to Retain It’s Old Ways by David Dubczak

RacinwithRuss:
Busch Brothers Sweep Texas by Russell Schmidt

Roanoke Times:
Johnson's woes in Texas offer foes hope by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Tradition-rich North Wilkesboro will come alive again by Steve Waid;
With some luck, Jimmie Johnson could be gunning for seventh straight title by Art Weinstein

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
California drivers show relatively well in NASCAR's trip to Texas by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
Kulwicki’s Memory Lives On At PIR by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Phoenix would be the right place for Johnson to rise from the ashes of Texas by Ron Thornton;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Texas by Dave Grayson;
Kurt Busch defeats his brother at Texas Motor Speedway by Shell Sparrow

SpinDoctor500:
1-2-3 Credibility by Michael Knight

Sporting News:
Yes, A Good Chase Is Still Possible by Jim Pedley

Sports Network:
Chase far from being settled with two races to go by Chris Symeon

Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Silly Season Is In Full Swing by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jimmy’s Problems = Mark’s Prize? by Lou Modestino

Stock Car Spin:
Don't Hate the 77(or 00)! and
Stock Car Shoutouts: Ambrose, Reutimann, and Hornish Jr. by Hopper

36 Races:
Using F1 Points, We'd Have a Very Close Race by Dale Watermill

USA Today:
Johnson's lead deflated but far from flat with two races left by Nate Ryan

Victorville Daily Press:
Local grad wins $1 million by Brooke Edwards

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: One wreck won’t derail Johnson by Jenna Fryer

ESPN:
Kyle Busch, Junior may be ready to break out by David Newton;
Johnson wills his team to finish by Ed Hinton;
Martin takes advantage of JJ wreck by Terry Blount

All Left Turns:
Crash puts first dent in Johnson’s quest for fourth straight title by Jay W. Pennell

Asscoiated Press:
Kurt Busch wins at Texas by Stephen Hawkins

Athlon Sports:
Texas Hold 'Em: Johnson folds, Busch wins by Amanda Brahler

Augusta Chronicle:
Busch drives back to Victory Lane and
Martin has life in Chase/Notes by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
A Ticked Off Jimmie Johnson as A Dangerous Jimmie Johnson by Jerry Bonkowski

Around the Track:
History: 2002 – Day of “Lasts” – Bill Elliott’s last win (so far), last fall race at Rockingham, Kenseth win last Winston Cup

Bleacher Report:
Kyle Busch Barely Misses Texas "Hat Trick" by M Brian Ladner;
Winners and Losers: Dickies 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Carl Edwards Crashes in Texas and Finishes 39th by Patti Rodisch;
Sam Hornish Has "My Head Down a Little Bit" After Wrecking Johnson by Mary Jo Buchanan;
How Do Mark Martin & Jeff Gordon Beat Jimmie Johnson When They Help Him? by Kelly Crandall

Bump Drafts:
Race React: The Steady Beats The Swift by Jim McCoy

CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Dickies 500 by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
Johnson's crash in Texas opens up Chase for remaining two races by Pete Pistone

Checkered Flag:
Kurt Busch Takes Victory, Texas Repels History by James Broomhead

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne starts strong, fades away at TMS by Darren Pope

Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Texas On ABC by John Daly

FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson's Extra Motivation by Holly Cain

Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Jimmie Johnson's wreck overshadows drama of Kurt Busch's victory at TMS by Anthony Andro;
ZZ Top talks TMS by David Thomas;
Kyle Busch’s lament: 'We’re out of fuel’ by Drew Davison

FoxSports:
By the time I get to Phoenix by Darrell Waltrip;
Texas afterthoughts: Johnson and Co. refuse to lose and
The Hot Pass: Chasers get lifeline, but most falter and
Hamlin questions Gordon's motives on bump drafting by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Texas Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Fuel Mileage Finishes Adding Fuel To Fan's Fire? by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #8 Edition by Mike Lovecchio'
Bubble Breakdown: Top 20 Not Enough For Team Red Bull's Last Gasp For 35th by Mike Ravesi;
Scott Speed Leads The Way At Texas As Rookies Look Towards 2010 by Tony Lumbis

Insider Racing News:
Kurt Busch Stretches Fuel Mileage To Win At Texas by Ron Felix;
Has NASCAR Learned From the Car of Tomorrow Disaster by Matthew Pizzolato

Las Vegas Sun:
If you can rebuild the whole car, then why not allow an engine change? by Mike Smith

Michigan Live:
Jimmie Johnson's disastrous day at Texas won't derail his Sprint Cup run by Steve Kaminski

MikeMulhern.net:
Dave Rogers' first race with Kyle Busch, well, it had its up and downs, to put it mildly and
NASCAR bounces back, and now there are some title worries for Jimmie Johnson, with Phoenix and Homestead back 'in play' and
Kurt Busch beats kid brother Kyle to win the Texas 500, but it's a bad day for Jimmie Johnson, and suddenly it's a title chase again

NASCAR.com:
Rogers' debut with Busch flames out on a fuel call by Dave Rodman;
Lone Star state dishes out disappointment, frustration and
In garage area, a different kind of championship effort and
Johnson's crash tightens Chase race in Texas by David Caraviello

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Texas run shows Dale Jr. may be on right track and
Bad luck finally catches Johnson, but is it too late for Martin? by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Time to eat some crow by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
NASCAR Perception and the Media by Journo

NASCAR-ista:
The feel-good story of Texas and
Looky there - things just got interesting by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Wrong place, wrong guy, wrong time and
The difference between the Busches was strictly gasoline and
Dickies 500 notebook: Pop! goes the Chase and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Superman Soils His Jimmie Johnson Pajamas by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
Johnson Bullet Proof but Not Hornish Proof by Dennis Michelsen

Racing Fashionistas:
Busch brothers, poor Jimmie and a million dollars....hello Texas! by Megan Wood

Racin' Today:
Martin A Miracle Man? by Jonathan Ingram;
Johnson Wrecks, The Chase Is Back On by John Sturbin

RacingWithRich:
Finishes can be exciting without 'debris' cautions and
ABC crew can't hide enthusiasm for Johnson's misfortune by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
Thoughts on the Fat Lady Developing Laryngitis by Jordan Bianchi

RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Texas by Pete Pistone

Roanoke Times:
Kyle's misfortune good for bro and
Pit call helps Busch to win/Notes by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Danica Patrick will struggle just like most open-wheel drivers in NASCAR by Bob Pockrass;
73 points is still a pretty big lead by Rea White

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson meets Hornish to create the Franken-Chevy by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
A “T” For Texas and
Busch Brothers Dominate In Texas and
Martin, Gordon Have Renewed Hope by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal’ With Jeff Gordon by Wendy Venturini

Speedway Media:
Kurt Busch wins first race at Texas, a million for a fan by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Surprising, Not Surprising: Texas Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor

Sporting News:
Mark Martin: More Than Just Chase For Cup Going On and
Notebook: Brush with wall proves lucky for Hamlin by Reid Spencer

Sports Illustrated:
JJ isn't invincible -- Martin still has a chance to win Chase by Lars Anderson;
JJ's delayed coronation, IndyCar gets new duds, more Texas notes by Bruce Martin

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Texas Two Step 09 by Racing Maniac

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, race tightens by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Kurt Busch tames Texas as Johnson's crash tightens race by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Crash opens window of opportunity for Martin by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Texas the real wild card in Chase for the Cup by Terry Blount;
2009 Fantasy Stock Car Rankings & Projections;
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow

Arizona Republic:
Martin getting better with age by Michael Knight

Associated Press:
NASCAR trifecta in reach for Kyle Bush at Texas and
Zero Cup wins for Edwards after 9 last year by Stephen Hawkins

Around the Track:
History: Richard Petty clinched the 1964 crown in the longest season (62 races over 363 days) in NASCAR history

Bleacher Report:
Heavy Hearts and Heroes Are Real Story at Texas Motor Speedway by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Can Jeff Gordon Go Two for Two at Texas in 2009 by Brad Vipperman;
Déjà Vu All Over Again As Kyle Busch Wins Nationwide Race In Texas by M Brian Ladner

Bump Drafts:
Picks 'n' Previews: Dickie's 500 (texas) by Jim McCoy

Clanton Advertiser:
’09 Chase not what NASCAR wanted by Jeff Findley

Dallas Morning News:
Jimmie Johnson's drive toward history makes stop in Texas by Anthony Andro;
Driver continues to achieve dreams and
Saturday's TMS notebook by David Thomas;
Busch 2-for-2 after winning O'Reilly Challenge at TMS by Carlos Mendez

Daly Planet:
Three And Out For ESPN by John Daly

Detroit Free Press:
The tachometer and
Just give Johnson the championship already by Mike Brudenell

Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Three drivers to watch in the Dickies 500

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Toyota leaves F1, but stays in NASCAR by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
Talladega Issues Not Solved and May Never Be by Kim Roberson

NASCAR.com:
Johnson keeps his focus on prize that matters most and
Danica is nowhere and everywhere at same time by David Caraviello

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Kudos to ESPN for standing up to NASCAR by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR This Week:
Let's cut from the Chase rather than to it and
Texas notebook #2: Biffle thinks Danica should wait ... a little and
Welcome to the chicken-fried speedway in the Lone Star State by Monte Dutton

RacingOne:
Winless Season Haunts Edwards by Pete Pistone

Racin' Today:
Race Day: It’s Around No. 8 Of Chase by Jim Pedley

RacingWithRich:
Here's rooting for a Kyle Busch victory on Sunday by Richard Allen

Roanoke Times:
Fact or Fiction? Fact or Fiction? Fact or Fiction? and
Teams share ideas at meeting/Notes by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Infield of dreams at Texas Motor Speedway by Bob Pockrass;
Time can be the only missing link to success in NASCAR by Jared Turner;
Bobby Labonte says 2010 plans uncertain; remaining at TRG possible and
The Amazing Race by Mike Hembree

SPEEDtv:
Busch Goes For Historic Triple by Tom Jensen;
We Salute You by Ryan Newman;
What To Watch: SPEED Programming Notes by Erik Arneson

Speedway Media:
Two down, one to go for Kyle Bush after Texas Nationwide Series win by Rebecca Spence;
Casey Mears finishes second in pinch-hit Nationwide run by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sports Illustrated:
It isn't over yet -- Montoya still has something to say by Mark Beech

USA Today:
New dryer aims to wick time off NASCAR rain delays by Nate Ryan.(11-8-2009)

Virginian Pilot:
Brian France 1-on-1 discussing TV commentators, TV coverage, the car, the Chase by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Gordon goes for No. 2 by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Fort Hood tragedy looms large at TMS by Terry Blount;
NASCAR's Heisman would go to JJ by Marty Smith;
[Kyle] Busch flying under the radar ... but for how long? and
Martin so close, yet so far … again by Ed Hinton

Augusta Chronicle:
Gordon claims 1st pole of year by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
Grandma Ruby's Sweetly Supports NASCAR's Female Racers by Mary Jo Buchanan;
The Talladega Take-Off: Why Ryan Newman's Crash Is Good For NASCAR by Kara Martin;
Kyle Busch Begins Another Attempt At First Weekend Trifecta At TMS by M Brian Ladner

CBS Sports:
'Danica Mania' bumps Johnson's title quest at Texas Motor Speedway by Pete Pistone

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
NASCAR drivers ready to welcome Patrick by Lindsey Young

Dallas Morning News:
Keselowski ready for double duty by Carlos Mendez;
Plano native will take on back-to-back races at TMS by David Thomas

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Believe it, Johnson is unbelievable by Godwin Kelly;
It says here, NASCAR listens to fans by Ken Willis

Florida Today:
It's over, NASCAR fans by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Johnson might be extra-aggressive at Texas by Larry McReynolds;
The Hot Pass: Busch, Keselowski over feud by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
Ryan Newman Vents His Frustrations ~ Will NASCAR Listen? by Brenda Benedict

Las Vegas Sun:
This Weeks Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Where have all the Dodges gone? by Amanda Vincent

Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Dickies 500 picks

MikeMulhern.net:
Jeff Gordon: the new 'boss wrangler' at Texas? On the pole...at one of NASCAR's most dangerous tracks and
NASCAR's Most Improved this season? No question, it's Juan Pablo Montoya and
Dave Rogers: As Kyle Busch's new crew chief, he's got big shoes to fill...and a lot of pressure to deal with and
NASCAR needs to improve Talladega safety, Ryan Newman says, and he wants to be part of the process

NASCAR.com:
Edwards starting to see light at end of the tunnel and
Keselowski buttoned-down in new role with Penske by Dave Rodman;
Tiers from three on down: the championship is over by Marty Snider

NASCAR This Week:
It was apparently a media buggy leading the field and
Texas notebook #2: Martin may never try optimism again by Monte Dutton

NewsOK.com:
NASCAR Q&A: David Dollar by Scott Wright

Racin' Today:
Texas Notes: Stewart Bored? Not Really by Jeff Hood;
Newman Reflects on Crash, Tragedy and
Gordon Exploring Ownership Of Land In Texas by John Sturbin

Racing Geek:
Dickies 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

Roanoke Times:
Gordon not fan of bump-draft and
Newman wants car changes by Dustin Long

Roberts NASCAR Notes:
Texas Final Practice: Johnson Fastest, But Roush Stable on The Prowl by Micah Roberts

SceneDaily:
Just win, baby by Kenny Bruce

SPEEDtv:
Danica Mania Heats Up/Texas Notebook by Tom Jensen;
Wings Are For Planes by Jimmy Spencer

Speedway Media:
Attention NASCAR rookies: Please report to orientation by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sports Illustrated:
No surprise: JJ will win at Texas by Lars Anderson

USA Today:
Newman renews push for safety after Talladega crash by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Hamlin: We can beat Jimmie Johnson by Jay Hart;
Chad Knaus: In his own words by Jenna Fryer

ESPN:
SCC Preview: Can Gordon make a move in Texas? by Mark Garrow;
Cancer in remission for TMS president by Richard Durrett;
Petty to Danica: 'This is not as easy as it looks' by David Newton;
Texas Chase Chasers and
Danica could face glass ceiling in NASCAR by Ryan McGee;
Gossage: Patrick can use celebrity by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers for Texas by Matt Willis

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Will competition finally catch up to HMS in 2010? by Jeremy Dunn

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: And that's that for the 48 by Matt Taliaferro

Augusta Chronicle:
Driver, Penske teaming up early and
Driving toward a dream and
NASCAR newsmaker: Jamie McMurray by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Izod’s Sponsorship A Major Positive Step For IRL by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
And In Conclusion: On ‘Dega & ‘Dinger by Jim McCoy

Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Will NASCAR Answer The Wake-up Call? by Biggy Bigelow

Charlotte Observer:
North Wilkesboro's wild 'Rush Through the Brush' by Tom Higgins

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne still giving his all by Darren Pope

Dialed In:
“Hallo-Dega” by Claire B. Lang

Dallas Morning News:
Vickers having trouble keeping pace in Chase and
Tony Stewart: No sense of urgency by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
SPEED's Big Friday From Texas by John Daly

Detroit Free Press:
Dodge in for long run? and
The Spin Doctor’s view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell

FanHouse:
Timing Crucial in Danica Patrick Move by Holly Cain

fanzonesports:
GM Sticks With The Impala Instead Of The Sportier Camaro and
NASCAR Spoke And Johnson Listened Extending His Points Lead To 184 by Sal Sigala Jr

Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Colin Braun drives his way up the learning curve by Carlos Mendez;
Rookie Joey Logano looking forward to third start at Texas

FoxSports:
RCR will have to wait until next year by Larry McReynolds;
Danica has a likely date with Daytona by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Drivers Should Unite Again On Talladega by Kurt Smith;
Wrong Time, Wrong Place For Nationwide Series COT by Bryan Davis Keith;
Danica Needs NASCAR -- But Is It A Two-Way Street? by Amy Henderson;
Driven To The Past: Let's Go Back A Few Years ... by John Potts

Gaylord Herald Times:
NASCAR changes adversely affect racing at Talladega by Mike McCourt

Georgia Racing History:
Marty Robbins, The Singing Racer by Brandon Reed

Haddock in the Paddock:
Hornaday has more than racing on his mind in Texas

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR History Could Be Made In Arizona This Year by Rebecca Gladden

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Texas and and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Las Vegas Review Journal:
McMurray’s win ends my chase by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
It's the era of the same old thing by Dave Kallmann

Motorsports Talk:
On fixing the racing at Daytona and Talladega with a history lesson by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
Track Smack: Johnson poised to take his seat in racing history;
Johnson should inch closer to championship at Texas by Mark Taylor

NASCAR Examiner:
Phillies’ caps and cowboy hats by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
A Truck Series Rebound? And Rick Ren Leaving KHI? by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Texas notebook #1: The number four means something to the top three by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Ten Gallons o' Beer in Texas For Under Fifty Bucks! by Rob Quillen

RacingOne:
A Beginning and an End by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
Jimmie Johnson’s Place in NASCAR History by David Dubczak

SceneDaily:
All bets paid in full by Jeff Gluck;
New ride, same style for Brad Keselowski? by Bob Pockrass

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson versus the field at Texas Motor Speedway: Cowboys and dark horses by Janelle Jalbert

Southern Pines Pilot:
Boo-ring: NASCAR's Halloween Week Race a Snoozer by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Would A New Points System Help? and
Another Upset Winner This Time? by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
Jeff Gordon and Richard Childress honored as 'Celebrities Who Give Big' by Mary Jo Buchanan;
With three races to go, Martin is only tired of one thing as the series heads to Texas by Kyle Ocker

SpinDoctor500:
Camaro Didn't Fit NASCAR by Michael Knight

Sporting News:
Is Danicamania stealing Johnson's thunder? by Reid Spencer;
'Anything can happen in our sport' by Brian Vickers

Sports Illustrated:
Patrick move would boost NASCAR in 2010 by Tom Bowles

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Texas style by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
People skills key to the success of Hendrick Motorsports by Nate Ryan;
NASCAR takes ABC to task for 'boring' race by Michael Hiestand

Virginian Pilot:
What makes a good race to you? by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Searching for compliments by Ricky Craven;
The Pace Lap: The Dickies 500 @ Texas Motor Speedway by Jay Busbee;
What To Watch For: Dickies 500

ESPN:
SCC Preview: Can Gordon make a move in Texas? by Mark Garrow;
Cancer in remission for TMS president by Richard Durrett;
Petty to Danica: 'This is not as easy as it looks' by David Newton;
Texas Chase Chasers and
Danica could face glass ceiling in NASCAR by Ryan McGee;
Gossage: Patrick can use celebrity by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers for Texas by Matt Willis

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Will competition finally catch up to HMS in 2010? by Jeremy Dunn

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: And that's that for the 48 by Matt Taliaferro

Augusta Chronicle:
Driver, Penske teaming up early and
Driving toward a dream and
NASCAR newsmaker: Jamie McMurray by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Izod’s Sponsorship A Major Positive Step For IRL by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
And In Conclusion: On ‘Dega & ‘Dinger by Jim McCoy

Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Will NASCAR Answer The Wake-up Call? by Biggy Bigelow

Charlotte Observer:
North Wilkesboro's wild 'Rush Through the Brush' by Tom Higgins

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne still giving his all by Darren Pope

Dialed In:
“Hallo-Dega” by Claire B. Lang

Dallas Morning News:
Vickers having trouble keeping pace in Chase and
Tony Stewart: No sense of urgency by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
SPEED's Big Friday From Texas by John Daly

Detroit Free Press:
Dodge in for long run? and
The Spin Doctor’s view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell

FanHouse:
Timing Crucial in Danica Patrick Move by Holly Cain

fanzonesports:
GM Sticks With The Impala Instead Of The Sportier Camaro and
NASCAR Spoke And Johnson Listened Extending His Points Lead To 184 by Sal Sigala Jr

Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Colin Braun drives his way up the learning curve by Carlos Mendez;
Rookie Joey Logano looking forward to third start at Texas

FoxSports:
RCR will have to wait until next year by Larry McReynolds;
Danica has a likely date with Daytona by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Drivers Should Unite Again On Talladega by Kurt Smith;
Wrong Time, Wrong Place For Nationwide Series COT by Bryan Davis Keith;
Danica Needs NASCAR -- But Is It A Two-Way Street? by Amy Henderson;
Driven To The Past: Let's Go Back A Few Years ... by John Potts

Gaylord Herald Times:
NASCAR changes adversely affect racing at Talladega by Mike McCourt

Georgia Racing History:
Marty Robbins, The Singing Racer by Brandon Reed

Haddock in the Paddock:
Hornaday has more than racing on his mind in Texas

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR History Could Be Made In Arizona This Year by Rebecca Gladden

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Texas and and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Las Vegas Review Journal:
McMurray’s win ends my chase by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
It's the era of the same old thing by Dave Kallmann

Motorsports Talk:
On fixing the racing at Daytona and Talladega with a history lesson by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
Track Smack: Johnson poised to take his seat in racing history;
Johnson should inch closer to championship at Texas by Mark Taylor

NASCAR Examiner:
Phillies’ caps and cowboy hats by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
A Truck Series Rebound? And Rick Ren Leaving KHI? by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Texas notebook #1: The number four means something to the top three by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Ten Gallons o' Beer in Texas For Under Fifty Bucks! by Rob Quillen

RacingOne:
A Beginning and an End by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
Jimmie Johnson’s Place in NASCAR History by David Dubczak

SceneDaily:
All bets paid in full by Jeff Gluck;
New ride, same style for Brad Keselowski? by Bob Pockrass

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson versus the field at Texas Motor Speedway: Cowboys and dark horses by Janelle Jalbert

Southern Pines Pilot:
Boo-ring: NASCAR's Halloween Week Race a Snoozer by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Would A New Points System Help? and
Another Upset Winner This Time? by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
Jeff Gordon and Richard Childress honored as 'Celebrities Who Give Big' by Mary Jo Buchanan;
With three races to go, Martin is only tired of one thing as the series heads to Texas by Kyle Ocker

SpinDoctor500:
Camaro Didn't Fit NASCAR by Michael Knight

Sporting News:
Is Danicamania stealing Johnson's thunder? by Reid Spencer;
'Anything can happen in our sport' by Brian Vickers

Sports Illustrated:
Patrick move would boost NASCAR in 2010 by Tom Bowles

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Texas style by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
People skills key to the success of Hendrick Motorsports by Nate Ryan;
NASCAR takes ABC to task for 'boring' race by Michael Hiestand

Virginian Pilot:
What makes a good race to you? by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Searching for compliments by Ricky Craven;
The Pace Lap: The Dickies 500 @ Texas Motor Speedway by Jay Busbee;
What To Watch For: Dickies 500

ESPN:
A Chase with more sizzle, less fizzle by Ed Hinton;
Chat with Denny Hamlin at 3:15pm/et;
Finishing 1-2-3 would be unprecedented, too by Terry Blount;
NASCAR's return to moonshine roots and
Remembering Walter Payton, racing fan by Ryan McGee;
Chat with David Newton - Richard Petty;
POLL: Do You Like Jimmie Johnson

Alabama Live:
Talladega ain't broke, so let's stop trying to fix it by Doug Demmons

Athlon Sports:
Recycled Racers: NASCAR's Version of "Going Green" by Vito Pugliese;
News and Notes: Talladega & Texas by Matt Taliaferro

Auto Racing Daily:
Danica May be Good For NASCAR, But What About For Dale Jr.? by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
Fab 5 Driver Rankings: Mulligan Week by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Besides J.J.'s history run, keep an eye on Junior, five other stories by Pete Pistone

Daly Planet:
Here Comes Danica To NASCAR TV by John Daly

Delaware News Journal:
With Talladega behind, it's hard for Johnson to lose by Mike Finney

FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: AMP Energy 500 by Geoffrey Miller

FoxSports:
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca

Frontstretch:
Enter The Era Of DaniCAR: Patrick To Join JR Motorsports In 2010 by Vito Pugliese;
One Day After Talladega, NASCAR Announces Awards For "Listening To The Fans" by Jeff Meyer;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: A Trojan Horse? by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: Talladega's Biannual Brouhaha And Griese's Racist Remark by Matt Taliaferro;
Fantasy Insider: Three-Race Sprint To The Finish Starts At Texas by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Give Johnson the Trophy and Let's Call it a Season by Doug Demmons

Kansas City Star:
Johnson says chase for Cup title not over yet by Randy Covitz

Laidback Racing:
What's Not Being Addressed After Dega and
Fan Comments and Observations After Talladega by Mad Mikie;
Cup Corner – Texas Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel

MikeMulhern.net:
Is NASCAR losing credibility among its fans? and
Sunday's Texas 500: This one is Greg Biffle's and
Big Mo! Can NASCAR catch it?

NASCAR.com:
'77 Firecracker last time females in same Cup race by Mark Aumann;
Relationship of driver to crew chief key to winning by Joe Menzer;
Chase drivers have found success in Lone Star State by Bill Kimm

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
2010 will be a year of Danica Patrick obsession by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Newman says he’s sore, nursing chipped teeth after wild Talladega flip and
NASCAR drivers onboard for Formula One style qualifying by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Hey CWTS on SPEED Crew, We Got Your Back by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Weatherley was first Virginian to win all home-state races in one season and
Freedom doesn't often ring in NASCAR and
Feud of the Week: Marcos Ambrose vs. Ryan Newman and
Letters from the NTW snail-mail bag by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
Dear Danica, Don't Make Us Look Bad by Michelle Dawn

Peoria Journal Star:
Morgan gives then takes away in NHRA/Motorsports Notes by Jane Miller

Philadelphia Daily News:
Tips to improve NASCAR by Bill Fleischman

Phillyburbs:
NASCAR Hall of Fame voting was a tough call by Ernie Saxton

Race Journal Online:
McMurray Not So Angry; Mayfield Not So Broke by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Gun Slinger Needs a Good Nickname - Fantasy Insight- Texas 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Sorry, Talladega Was A Hoot by Jonathan Ingram;
Soft-Spoken Jimmie Has Lots To Say by Rick Minter

RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Texas by Jeff Wackerlin

Racing Geek:
Unrestricted Change Needed by Jordan Bianchi

RacingWithRich:
2009 not a great year for sports fans who root for the underdog by Richard Allen

RubbingsRacing:
NASCAR: Rules, Regulations and Meddling....Oh My! by Christopher Smith

San Diego Tribune:
Johnson nears fourth title on cruise control by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Changing your clock means time to change the batteries by Carolyn Brewster;
JR Motorsports continues work on bringing Danica Patrick to NASCAR by Mike Hembree;
Talladega tempest marches on and on by Kenny Bruce;
Title battle one to remember – under old system by Kris Johnson;
7 reasons to watch the Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway: No. 3 - Jimmie Johnson by Bob Pockrass

SPEEDtv:
Next Year Already In Works by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Talladega by Jeffrey Boswell;
Carl Edwards and Brad Keselowski Texas Two Stepping Behind Kyle Busch by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Championship Chase Watch: Luck smiles on the #48 team at Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor

Sports Illustrated:
Jimmie Johnson: He grew up in a trailer park and he's bearing down on a record fourth consecutive Cup championship. So why do people think he's so vanilla? by Joe Posnanski

Spotter Stand:
Through The Lens: A Final Look Back At Talladega by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car Spin:
Mutual Respect: NASCAR's #1 Problem Today by Hopper

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR TV Talker - Words of speed, Part 4 by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Team Notes: NASCAR heads for second turn in Fort Worth

Vegas Insider
Texas Preview by Micah Roberts

Yahoo Sports:
Danica and Dale Earnhardt Jr.: Together at last? by Jay Busbee;
NASCAR Power Rankings

York Dispatch:
Danica & Junior: A marriage made in marketing heaven by Ellen Siska

ESPN:
Fans love to hate on Jimmie Johnson by David Newton;
Points, wins drive Jimmie Johnson by Richard Durrett

Around The Track Online:
Do-Re-Mi-Fa-So-La-Ti-Do! The Fat Lady is Warming Up by Steve Post

Autoextremist:
All aboard The Oblivion Express by Peter M. De Lorenzo

Auto Racing Daily:
A Gut Feeling Something’s up With Danica Patrick by Jerry Bonkowski

AutoWeek:
Sprint Cup drivers turn out in force for tire test at Daytona by Steven Cole Smith

All Left Turns:
5 fan fixes for Talladega and why they won’t work by Patrick Reynolds

Bleacher Report:
Ryan Newman and Jimmie Johnson: As the Wheel Turns by David Yeazell

Bump Drafts:
A Sunday On The Couch- 30 Years Apart by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud: Safety at Daytona, Talladega worth questioning by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Flipping out at Talladega by Marsha Hoffman

Dallas Morning News:
Hornaday could coast to Trucks championship but vows he won't by Anthony Andro

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Drivers, Lawyers, Money, Contracts & Such and
Full class on hand for test at DIS by Godwin Jelly

Dialed-In:
Talladega race issues by Claire B. Lang

FoxSports:
McMurray's win comes just in time by Jeff Owens;
Anything can happen ... except the #48 failing and
Keselowski's aggressive style will temper over time by Jeff Hammond

Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... NASCAR's Burning To The Ground, And Why The Truck Series Stays Sound by Tom Bowles;
Talladega Troubles Self-Imposed By NASCAR by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Things Fans Decided To Do After 20 Laps At Talladega by Jeff Meyer;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Talladega compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Where Do We Go From Here?, Judging Allmendinger, And Closing Memphis

Insider Racing News:
Yawnadega Leaves Fans Wanting More by Chuck Abrams

Laidback Racing:
It Was Sad and Amusing at the Same Time by Jo Ann Hlavac

Mad Mike Mike Henle:
2009 SCORE BAJA 1000 Particioants to give back to the people of Baja by Mike Henle

Midwest Racing Archives:
1983 - The American Outlaw Stock Car Organization by Lee Ackerman

Mikemulhern.net:
Daytona 500 testing: 17 drivers putting Goodyear's stuff to the grindstone for next year's NASCAR season opener

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Historic failure by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Like an unwelcome journey into NASCAR's difficult past by David Caraviello;
Busch to share experience with new teammate and
Title hopes run high for Burton/Berrier pairing by Dave Rodman;
Head2Head: Does 'Dega belong in the Chase?

NASCAR Examiner:
Busch: We need to go faster at Talladega by Greg Engle

NASCAR-ista:
The Unboring Side of Talladega by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Robby Gordon is an independent guy by Monte Dutton

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #48 by T.C.

On Pit Road:
A Tale of Two Race Teams: Bass Pro Shops’ Dilemma by Chris Leone

Race Journal Online:
Revisiting Dale Earnhardt Jr's First Victory Lane by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
The Mainstream Is Stagnant and
McMurray, Roush Gel Just In Time To Say Good-Bye by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Awestruck at Hendrick by Alli Owens

Racing for the Win:
Dickies 500 Preview, Talladega in review by Steve McDermott

RacingWithRich:
NASCAR Insiders are completely out of touch with reality by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

Rubbings Racing:
Talladega: Why Did Fans Think The Race Was Boring? and
Circuit Breaks: Texas by DJ DeSpain

SceneDaily:
Tale of two Talladegas by Mike Hembree;
Todd Bodine shooting for season sweep in the Lone Star State by Krista Voda

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Kevin Harvick saved NASCAR racing from disaster by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
Hendrick Wants Earnhardt’s Problems Fixed by Tom Jensen;
Back To Daytona by Bob Dillner

SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising: Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor;
The great Talladega train robbery by Larry VanZandt;
North Wilkesboro a dream come true for race fans by Clayton Caldwell;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Talladega Edition by Dave Grayson

Sporting News:
Somehow, Some Way, Trouble Evades Jimmie by Jim Pedley;
Just Let The Drivers Do What They Do Best by Bass Masters

Sports Illustrated:
While 2009 Silly Season was tame, don't expect repeat in 2010 by Tim Tuttle

Toronto Sun:
Chasing a little drama by Dean McNulty

Weekender:
Pitpass: A change for Dale Jr. by Timothy J. Raub

USA Today:
After Talladega plan pans out, Biffle gets boots on for Texas by Greg Biffle

ESPN.com:
Who is Robert Richardson? and
2009 Power Rankings: Texas Motor Speedway by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers after Talladega by Matt Willis;
Talladega and Chase need fixing ... fast by Terry Blount;
NASCAR better be worried about drivers' power by Ed Hinton;
At Talladega Superspeedway, every driver is a contender by David Newton

Alabama Live:
Don't call it the COT. Just call it the "new car" and
NASCAR says not every race can be a "barnburner" by Doug Demmons

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Worst case scenario for NASCAR at Talladega and
Talladega win gives McMurray edge over fellow free agents by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
No-bump zones at Talladega stir more controversy, protests by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily
How do You Stop Jimmie Johnson? Answer: You Just Can't by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Alabama is Junior Nation by Steve Wingate;
Updated championship probability standings by Dale Watermill

Bump Drafts:
What Should Be Done About Talladega? by Jim McCoy

Business of NASCAR:
Should NASCAR Take the Show on the Road Internationally? by WV

Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-4 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Status quo the real winner after Talladega by Brian De Los Santos

Detroit News:
Keselowski will drive Penske's Dodge and Jr's Chevy too by Doug Guthrie

Ford Racing:
Mustang makes NASCAR on--track debut

FanHouse:
Different Day, Same Talladega by Holly Cain

Final Lap:
Drivers like new Nationwide Series car

FoxSports:
I think I'll have my own town hall meeting by Darrell Waltrip

Frontstretch:
Who's Hot/Who's Not in Sprint Cup: Chase Race #7 by Doug Turnbull;
Talking NASCAR TV: Slight Problems Affect Telecasts; Rules Hurt More by Phil Allaway;
Beyond the Cockpit: Michael Annett on Goals, Achievements, and the Stanley Cup by Amy Henderson;
Running Their Mouth: AMP Energy 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Reasons To Keep Watching NASCAR in 2009 (No, Really, There Are...I Think) by Danny Peters

Insider Racing News:
Is it Time to Abandon Talladega and Daytona? by Allen Madding

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

Lexington Dispatch:
'09 season winds down by Ben White

Marcy Scott: [AMS PR person]
Chemo, Check. Mastectomy, Next.

Michigan Live:
Talladega goes from exciting to unwatchable thanks to NASCAR's bump drafting rule by Steve Kaminski

MikeMulhern.net:
Talladega: NASCAR needs to do something. But will it....and what should it do?

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
What do you want? by Dave Kallmann

Motorsports Talk:
On media buzzwords, aggressive driving zones, keeping cars on the ground, and Martin's first flip by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
JJ's insurmountable lead should be embraced by all by Duane Cross

NASCAR Analyst:
Dickies 500 2009 Preview by Bruce Cameron

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
If EGR switches to Toyota, just call it Ganassi Racing by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Blame NASCAR? Blame Talladega? No, it's called auto racing by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
The Nationwide COT…Looks Pretty Cool by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Talladega sword has two edges and
Burning issues: 11-3-09 by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
Newman's Wreck Is NASCAR's Catch 22 by Michelle Dawn

On Pit Row:
Who Killed Talladega? by Charlie Turner

Orlando Sentinel:
Another magical Jimmie Johnson run gives 48 team 184-point lead by Tania Ganguli;
What headline? It was 'Dega by Karen Pistone

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Talladega Travesty! by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Destined to Repeat a Memorial to a Fallen Star - Making the Grade- Dega 2 by Dennis Michelsen

RaceDriven:
Martinsville vs. Talladega: NASCAR style by Brian Vermette

Racin' Today:
Don’t Tamper With Talladega by Larry Woody;
Nationwide’s Future Tests Talladega by Jeff Hood

Racin' with Russ:
McMurray Wins Wild Ending at Dega by Russell Schmidt

RacingOne:
Safety First - Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell;
Texas Two Step for Harvick and
Johnson Comes Up Big at Talladega by Pete Pistone

Racin; with Russ:
McMurray Wins Wild Ending at Dega by Russell Schmidt

Roanoke Times:
No fun zone? Is restrictor-plate racing turning NASCAR into a bore? by Dustin Long

Rowdy:
No Rules, Just Right by Bass Masters

SceneDaily:
Runaway title races don't warrant knee-jerk reaction by Lee Montgomery;
7 reasons to watch the Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway: No. 2 - Carl Edwards by Art Weinstein

Sirius Speedway:
Stop Yelling And Start Talking by Dave Moody

SPEEDtv:
JGR’s Logano Showing Solid Progress by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Talladega tinkering almost delivered F-1 boredom by Ron Thornton;
The shameful story of Talladega by Ron Fleshman;
Jimmie Johnson maintains points lead by playing it safe at Talladega by Angela Campbell

Sports Illustrated:
McMurray gets much-needed win, but Johnson widens Chase lead by Lars Anderson

Sports Network:
NASCAR shoots itself in the foot at Talladega again by Chris Symeon

Sporting News:
Sorry, Junior Nation, The Problem With The 88 Is The Driver by Buzz Cutler;
NASCAR Takes Broadcasters To Task, Answers Criticism by Kathy Sheldon

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jeremy Mayfield Selling Off $5 Million Of Property by Lou Modestino

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase math: 3 races, 4 contenders really by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Potential NASCAR free agents dicing for open seats in 2010 by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Dissing on ‘Dega and
Keselowski in the #12 by Jay Hart;
Drivers tee off on the boring Talladega parade rules by Jay Busbee

ESPN.com:
Johnson's finish as good as a win by Ed Hinton;
Working the garage yields fun results and
No-bump rule frustrates fans, drivers and
Attorney: Mayfield owes him 'a lot' by David Newton

Alabama Live:
A bittersweet victory for Jamie McMurray by Doug Demmons;
Talladega notebook: Sprint Cub leader admits strategy 'backfired' and
Chase for the Sprint Cup: What happened today in Talladega and
Friendship put on hold for now by Mark Inabinett

All Left Turns:
NASCAR stole the show by Jay W. Pennell

Athlon Sports:
Typical Talladega: Melees, Mayhem and ... McMurray? by Amanda Brahler

Augusta Chronicle:
McMurray ends drought by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Allmendinger Did Wrong, But Should he be Vilified, as Well? by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
David Poole's Words Ring True When It Comes To Talladega by Mary Jo Buchanan;
The Lugnut Report: Joey Logano Gets RAW, Survives Talladega by Jen Preston;
Winners and Losers: Amp Energy 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Brian Vickers Survives Talladega To Finish 13th by Patti Rodisch

Bump Drafts:
It’s A Joke, But No One’s Laughing by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
NASCAR fiddles with 'Dega, but bump-drafting ban isn't the answer by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Engineering – and dodging – disaster again at 'Dega by Scott Fowler

CupScene:
A Nice Parting Gift and
Talladega, 'Nuff Said and
Newman Lands Wheels Up and
His luck runneth over by Sarah Farlee

Dallas Morning News:
Chase for the Cup comes to TMS almost wrapped up by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Talladega On ABC by John Daly

Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
Mark Martin is successfully delaying his retirement party by Ray Buck;
Newman says rules making NASCAR boring by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
Another Groundhog Day at Talladega by Darrell Waltrip;
Talladega afterthoughts: McMurray's pitch and
Talladega proves rules don't lead to safety by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Talladega The Last Straw: The Madness Must End by Bryan Davis Keith;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Tallladega Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points to Ponder: Chase Race #7 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
TRG Motorsports Looking to Finish 2009 Strong by Mike Ravesi;
Logano Has Great Finish, Keselowski Has Controversial Finish While Speed Can't Finish at Talladega by Tony Lumbis

Hampton Roads:
NASCAR faces a dilemma with Talladega; what must officials do? by Dustin Long

Insider Racing News:
Out Of Work McMurray Wins Talladega by Ron Felix;
Earnhardt Looks Ahead to Next Season... Again by Matthew Pizzolato;
Talladega Superspeedway Notebook ~ Sunday by Connie Felix

MikeMulhern.net:
It was been a long dry summer, but finally car owner Jack Roush can see some rainbows and
That brand new Roush-Yates NASCAR engine does just fine in its long-awaited debut... and
Winner Jamie McMurray! And what does he have lined up for 2010? and
Wow! What a day? Two hours of boredom, that drivers conceded was embarrassing, then two wild crashes...and Jamie McMurray wins and
Jamie McMurray wins, Ryan Newman and Mark Martin brave wild, flipping crashes, and Jimmie Johnson is Teflon again and
Ryan Newman angry at NASCAR after another flipping Talladega crash

Motor Sports Weekly News:
Ho-Hum Talladega To McMurray by Drew Hierwarter

NASCAR.com:
The fix is in, except when it comes to the real problems by Joe Menzer;
Talladega win nice way for McMurray to depart RFR and
Johnson rides in the back, gets fuel, increases lead and
Newman flips, then fumes over NASCAR's restrictions by Mark Aumann

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
The new Talladega: Dangerous, boring, ridiculous by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner
For those who hate NASCAR's COT: Time to shut-up and
Drivers say 'Take that NASCAR' at Talladega by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
NASCAR Steps In It Again by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
They race and wreck but somehow it's the fans' fault and
McMurray wins unnatural disaster and
Amp Energy 500 race notes: Early on, no-bump drafting meant no racing by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sentinel:
Despite no bump-drafting rule, NASCAR doesn't avoid violent wrecks by Tania Ganguli

Race Journal Online:
No Bumping in the Turns at My House Either by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
David Poole was Right about Talladega by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Suggested Fixes Abound by Mike Harris;
Flips A Result of NASCAR Slips? by Jonathan Ingram
McMurray Wins, Medicine Man Tanks At Talladega by Rick Minter

RacingOne:
Hot Laps by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
The Atrocity that was Talladega, and the Last Great Danger in Stock Cars by David Dubczak

RacingWithRich:
Talladega race may have been an all time low point for NASCAR by Richard Allen

Roanoke Times:
Call for change and
NASCAR Notebook: Strategy pays off for Johnson by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
NASCAR needed to change rules, but Talladega race shows more needed by Bob Pockrass

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Top ten finish for Jimmie Johnson: A product of luck over skill by Janelle Jalbert

Speedway Media:
AMP Energy 500 - Lap by Lap by Mike Finnegan;
McMurray wins the Amp Energy 500 at Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor;
Busch wins NCWTS race at Talladega by Barry Albert;
Chrissy Wallace Finishes Solo In Dad and Daughter Historic Run at Talladega by Mary Jo Buchanan

SPEEDtv:
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and
Johnson A Lock For Fourth Straight and
McMurray An Unlikely Winner At Talladega and
Newman Goes For Wild Ride and
Drivers Shrug It Off by Tom Jensen

Sports Illustrated:
Talladega still a house of horrors by Bruce Martin

Spotter Stand:
If You Don't Want To Race At Talladega, Stay Home by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Deganacious (aka The Big One) by Racing Maniac

Stock Car Science:
The Science Says Talladega Needs More than Minor Rules Changes by Diandra Leslie-Pelecky

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: NASCAR neutered Talladega by Jenna Fryer;
Another Talladega, another scary wreck-filled race by Jay Busbee

ESPN.com
Helton on bump-drafting: Don't do it and
Junior keeping McGrew, but lacking excitement and
Aggressive drivers face stiffer scrutiny by David Newton

Alabama Live:
Qualifying doesn't mater much at Talladega, but starting up front has idvantages by Doug Demmons

Augusta Chronicle:
New engine gives Ford added hope by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
Talladega Speedway Tries To Tame The Demons That "Haunt" The Track by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Be You Fan or Foe: Are You Riding With Dale Earnhardt Jr. in Talladega? by Kara Martin

Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Amp Energy 500 by Jim McCoy

Chicago Tribune:
Sunday's race will be a 'wild card' by Kurt Busch

Daly Planet:
Four Hours Of Talladega Pre-Race TV Worthwhile? by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Don't expect JJ's collapse, but it could happen by Godwin Kelly

Detroit Free Press:
Talladega's pack racing creates risky situation by Mike Brudenell

Fanzonesports:
Dale Earnhardt Jr Is Back At The House That He And His Dad Built by Sal Sigala Jr

Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
Jeff Gordon not letting pressure for another title change his approach for today’s race by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: NASCAR keeping eye on draft by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
Drinking and Driving, a Bad Deal For Anyone and Kim Roberson
Talladega Superspeedway Notebook ~ Saturday by Connie Felix

MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR lays down the law.....but how will these new rules really be enforced in Sunday's Talladega 500? and
First, it was the bump-draft; now it's a push-draft. So how will NASCAR call Sunday's Talladega 500? and
So crew chief Steve Addington helps Kyle Busch score 12 tour wins...and then abruptly gets dumped by the Gibbs? Bizarre and
Yet another group takes a shot at reviving North Wilkesboro Speedway

NASCAR.com:
One driver can fix NASCAR's doldrums by David Caraviello;
NASCAR to keep close eye on blocking at Talladega by Mark Aumann

NASCAR This Week:
So, uh, maybe, like, well, the wrecks are exciting and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sentinel:
Johnson isn't relaxing at unpredictable Talladega by Tania Ganguli;
NASCAR tales of Talladega terror exist beyond the realm of the obvious by Steve Cole Smith

Racin' Today:
Race Day: Things Will Go Bump In The Day and
Talladega Notes: Bumping Bumped by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Teammates Not Important to Gordon by Pete Pistone

Roanoke Times:
Racing set to return to N.C. track and
'Big one' a constant at Talladega by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
In search of the ‘real’ story at Hendrick Motorsports by Art Weinstein; Remembering Ron Bouchard and the 1981 Talladega 500 by Steve Waid;
Talladega likely Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s last shot to win in 2009 by Jeff Gluck

SPEEDtv:
Sadler Back In A Familiar Place by Tom Jensen

Tennessee Racer:
Memphis Motorsports Park may have a suitor by Richard Allen

Washington Post:
NASCAR keeps 'back to the basics' pledge by Liz Clarke