RFK Racing is set to honor Greg Biffle in a prominent Daytona 500 tribute, beginning a season-long remembrance that highlights his influence on NASCAR. The team and the racing community will incorporate Biffle’s iconic number font on five Cup Series cars, marking his legacy just months after his unexpected passing in December 2025.
Commemorative Number Fonts Unite the Grid
At the 2026 Daytona 500, five Cup Series entries will take to the track adorned in Greg Biffle’s legendary numeric font, a visual hallmark for fans and competitors alike. RFK Racing will field four cars showcasing this design, with Kaulig Racing’s No. 16, driven by A.J. Allmendinger, joining the tribute. This distinctive number style became synonymous with Biffle during his extensive and successful NASCAR career, much of which was spent driving the No. 16 Ford for what is now RFK Racing.
“Greg Biffle was more than a championship driver, he was family. He helped shape who we are as an organization, and his legacy is woven into this team’s history.”
– Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing co-owner
The timing of this heartfelt display is notable, coming in the wake of the tragic plane crash that ended Biffle’s life, an event that deeply affected the NASCAR community. The tribute aims not only to celebrate Biffle’s achievements but also to demonstrate the unity and resilience of the sport’s extended family.
Year-Round Memorials Showcase Enduring Impact
Beyond the season opener, RFK Racing has pledged an ongoing memorial throughout the entire 2026 season. Cars will display a special circular decal reading
“The Biff 16, In Loving Memory of Greg Biffle”
above the B-post, ensuring that Biffle’s presence is felt at every race. The program launches Feb. 1 at the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, where a large painted stencil of the memorial will grace the infield grass, offering fans a powerful symbol of shared remembrance.
Kaulig Racing CEO Chris Rice explained,
“Greg Biffle made the No. 16 famous and was a true friend to Kaulig Racing and the whole racing community,”
and added,
“When AJ Allmendinger drives this car at Daytona, we hope fans remember Greg, his family, and all the great memories he gave us.”
These gestures are expected to unify fans and teams alike, strengthening the sense of heritage and community that defines NASCAR, particularly at landmark events like the Daytona 500.
Celebrating Greg Biffle’s Racing Journey
In Concord, North Carolina, RFK Racing’s museum now features a permanent display dedicated to Greg Biffle. Showcasing his trophies and memorabilia, the highlight is the 3M Ford Fusion he drove to his landmark 2013 victory at Michigan International Speedway—a triumph that not only earned Biffle his final Cup Series win, but also commemorated Ford’s 1,000th NASCAR victory.
Team founder Jack Roush shared his reflections:
“Greg Biffle was one of the most special drivers I’ve ever had the privilege of working with,”
Roush said.
“He gave everything he had to this organization, and together we shared some of the proudest moments in our history.”
This tribute cements Biffle’s status as a core figure in the team’s and the sport’s chronicles, ensuring that his contributions are recognized by new generations of fans and racers.
Expanded Team and New Season Developments
For the first time since the team’s 2022 rebrand, RFK Racing will field four cars at the Daytona 500. Corey LaJoie joins the lineup in the No. 99 Trimble Ford, alongside Brad Keselowski, Chris Buescher, and Ryan Preece. LaJoie will also compete in the Cook Out Clash as a substitute for Keselowski, who is recovering from a broken leg after a recent skiing accident. This expanded lineup enhances RFK Racing’s tactical flexibility on superspeedways, where teamwork and drafting can prove decisive.
With the 68th Daytona 500 scheduled for February 15, NASCAR fans can anticipate an emotionally charged season start, as memories of Greg Biffle inspire both tribute and aspiration on the historic track. The combined efforts of teams, leaders like Jack Roush and Brad Keselowski, and figures across the NASCAR landscape such as Chris Rice and A.J. Allmendinger, will ensure Biffle’s influence continues to shape the sport well into the future.
