NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Standings After Kansas: The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs feature 16 eligible drivers battling it out over four rounds during the final 10 races of the season. The competition is fierce, as four drivers face elimination after each of the first three rounds, each consisting of three races. This tough format gives an extra layer of intensity, with drivers fighting not only for points but also for their chance to advance. Ultimately, the four remaining drivers enter the season-ending championship race, where the highest-finishing driver among them is topped the champion. As of September 29, 2024, following the Kansas race, the stage is set for an exhilarating conclusion to the season.
NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Standings After Kansas
| POS | NO. | DRIVER | MFR | Points(+/-) |
| 1 | 24 | William Byron | Chevrolet | 34 |
| 2 | 12 | Ryan Blaney | Ford | 28 |
| 3 | 20 | Christopher Bell | Toyota | 28 |
| 4 | 5 | Kyle Larson | Chevrolet | 18 |
| 5 | 11 | Denny Hamlin | Toyota | 11 |
| 6 | 48 | Alex Bowman | Chevrolet | 8 |
| 7 | 9 | Chase Elliott | Chevrolet | 4 |
| 8 | 22 | Joey Logano | Ford | 4 |
Drivers on the Bubble:
| POS | NO. | DRIVER | MFR | Points(+/-) |
| 9 | 45 | Tyler Reddick | Toyota | -4 |
| 10 | 99 | Daniel Suárez | Chevrolet | -14 |
| 11 | 14 | Chase Briscoe | Ford | -25 |
| 12 | 2 | Austin Cindric | Ford | -29 |
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