Corey Heim championship odds remain the highest as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series heads into the Round of 8, following a dramatic sequence of playoff standings changes shaped by recent race results. With competition intensifying, Heim holds a commanding points lead while several drivers prepare for the unpredictable next round beginning at Charlotte’s ROVAL on October 3.
Playoff Standings Tighten After New Hampshire Event
The series paused for a week after an action-packed event at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Tyler Ankrum, following a determined rally in Stage 3, navigated early difficulty after starting in 20th place during the second stage. Ankrum managed to move up to 15th near the end of Stage 2 before a multi-truck accident allowed the No. 18 Chevrolet team to capitalize with a rapid pit stop, picking up three positions. However, a late collision forced him to relinquish the gained ground.
Undeterred, Ankrum climbed back into the top 10 with 54 laps remaining, ultimately finishing 11th—securing his team’s advancement to the second round of the playoffs. Currently, Ankrum is ranked fifth in the playoff standings, tying with Ty Majeski at fourth place and trailing Daniel Hemric by a single point.
Proud of these guys for making it to the next round, but we have a lot of mistakes to clean up before we get to the Roval. The Round of 8 is going to be a challenge with all three races truly wild cards. We have a lot of work to do if we want to make it to Phoenix in the champ four, but I have full confidence in this team and we will do whatever it takes and put in the max amount of effort we can.
— Tyler Ankrum, Driver
Corey Heim Dominates Odds Charts for Championship
Regular-season standout Corey Heim continues to build on his season-long momentum and sits 69 points above the playoff cutoff. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Heim currently leads all championship odds at -165, positioning him as the clubhouse favorite heading into the crucial Round of 8. The importance placed on Heim championship odds highlights his consistent performance and points cushion as a significant advantage while uncertainty looms for competitors.
Upcoming Playoff Races Are Unpredictable
The playoff schedule continues with three races—at the Charlotte ROVAL, Talladega, and Martinsville—each widely recognized for their unpredictable elements and opportunities for dramatic shifts in standings. Ankrum described the next three tracks as true unknowns, noting that all three are “wild card” events where anything can happen.
I have no idea how to evaluate the next three … they’re all three wild card races.
— Tyler Ankrum, Driver
As the competition heads to Charlotte, every contender will look to maximize performance with the championship round at Phoenix looming for those who make the final four. With top contenders like Daniel Hemric, Ty Majeski, and Tyler Ankrum all within striking distance, the FanDuel odds underscore just how close and volatile the playoff race has become.
Current 2025 NASCAR Truck Championship Odds
FanDuel Sportsbook lists Corey Heim with the leading championship odds. The full current odds for the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship are as follows, with Heim out front and the field of drivers readying for the most consequential races of the season.
As the series resumes, all eyes will remain on Corey Heim championship odds, with each remaining event poised to further shake up the playoff picture.
Roval
Talladega
Martinsville"I have no idea how to evaluate the next three … they're all three wild card races."
Tyler Ankrum remains championship eligible pic.twitter.com/HK3agsDBlU
— Matt Weaver (@MattWeaverRA) September 20, 2025
