This is how I enjoy the on track action for all 3 of the major NASCAR series; I just ignore the playoff implications, fights, and don't even bother keeping up with how the points system works. I just enjoy seeing how the races play out because I think the base racing product itself is still very good.

Besides, it's hard to make a playoff format work when you still have all 40 or so of the participants on track at the same time. Playoffs only work in other stick and ball sports BECAUSE they don't have more than 2 teams play at the same time, better setting up an elimination format.

This is how I enjoy the on track action for all 3 of the major NASCAR series; I just ignore the playoff implications, fights, and don't even bother keeping up with how the points system works. I just enjoy seeing how the races play out because I think the base racing product itself is still very good.