NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs Standings After Talladega’s Race: As of October 6, 2024, following the Talladega race, the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs are set to commence, featuring 16 eligible drivers vying for the coveted championship title across four rounds in the final 10 races of the season.
The playoffs begin with an intense format where four drivers face elimination after each of the first three rounds, each consisting of three races. This high-stakes environment keeps drivers and teams on edge, as they must perform consistently to advance.
The tension escalates as only four drivers remain in the final round, competing in the season-ending championship race. In this ultimate showdown, the highest-finishing driver among the final four is crowned the champion, making every race critical in determining who will claim the prestigious title and secure their place in NASCAR history.
| POS | DRIVER | POINTS (+/-) |
| 1 | William Byron | 74 |
| 2 | Christopher Bell | 57 |
| 3 | Kyle Larson | 52 |
| 4 | Denny Hamlin | 30 |
| 5 | Alex Bowman | 26 |
| 6 | Ryan Blaney | 25 |
| 7 | Tyler Reddick | 14 |
| 8 | Chase Elliott | 13 |
Bubble Drivers:
| POS | DRIVER | POINTS (+/-) |
| 9 | Joey Logano | -13 |
| 10 | Daniel Suárez | -20 |
| 11 | Austin Cindric | -29 |
| 12 | Chase Briscoe | -32 |
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