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Fantasy NASCAR Picks: My Lineup for the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol

Fantasy NASCAR Picks My Lineup for the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol-2025

Hey Race Fans!
We’re heading into one of the most electric weekends of the season, it’s the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol!

Saturday night under the lights, short-track chaos, and playoff intensity turned all the way up. This is the kind of race where tempers flare, sheet metal gets bent, and fantasy picks either make you look like a genius or… well, not.

As always, my main man Tyler Reddick is locked into my lineup (no complaints there). That leaves me two more playoff picks from the top 12 and three drivers from outside the cutoff. After digging through stats, past performances, and a little gut instinct, I think I’ve cracked a solid lineup for this short-track slugfest.

Let’s get into this week’s picks for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol

My Locked-In Main Driver: Tyler Reddick

Tyler Reddick’s been knocking on the door at short tracks, and Bristol could be the place he busts through. He’s coming in with momentum and, more importantly, speed.

With Toyotas showing solid performance lately, I’m banking on Reddick to pick up key stage points and run up front. He’s also been one of the more consistent drivers during the playoffs, which means he could be a real points booster this weekend.

Must-Have Playoff Drivers from the Top 12

Denny Hamlin: King of the Coliseum

Denny Hamlin is always dangerous at Bristol. He’s got a knack for threading through chaos, keeping his nose clean, and being in position when it counts. His recent performances show he’s playoff sharp and knows how to rack up stage points. If you’re playing to win, Denny needs to be in the mix.

Kyle Larson: Bristol’s High Line Hero

There’s nobody who works the top groove like Kyle Larson at Bristol. He dances on the edge, inches from the wall, and makes it work lap after lap. He’s a threat to lead the most laps and pick up key stage wins. If he stays out of trouble, Larson could absolutely dominate this one, or at least haul in big fantasy points.

Best Fantasy NASCAR Sleepers from Outside the Top 12

Ty Gibbs: Rookie but Dangerous

Don’t let the rookie label fool you, Ty Gibbs has looked sharp on short tracks. He’s been steadily improving and has shown he can mix it up with the veterans. With Joe Gibbs Racing support behind him, Ty could turn some heads on Saturday night. He’s a solid outside-the-bubble fantasy play.

Chris Buescher: The Underdog with Grit

Chris Buescher is one of those guys who thrives in high-pressure situations. Bristol fits his style, it rewards patience, aggression, and survival. He’s had solid runs here in the past and RFK Racing has been trending in the right direction. Buescher is a gritty, low-key great pick for Bristol night mayhem.

Austin Dillon – Veteran’s Chance to Shine

Austin Dillon’s season hasn’t exactly been highlight reel material, but Bristol is the kind of track where he can pull off a strong finish. He’s been sneaky good here in the past, and if chaos erupts (as it usually does), Dillon could swoop in with a top-10 finish while others are sorting out bent fenders.

Final Thoughts Before the Green Flag Drops

I’m rolling with a Toyota-heavy lineup again this week: Reddick, Hamlin, and Gibbs up front, backed up by Larson, Buescher, and Dillon. This mix gives me proven contenders and a few wild cards who could punch above their weight under the lights. Bristol always delivers drama and I’m hoping my fantasy team delivers some solid points to match.

Let’s get ready for sparks, slide jobs, and short-track madness. See you after the checkers!

Bryan

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