Happy Hour: Bob Pockrass Talks Early Silly Season & Darlington Throwbacks

Dalton Hopkins

March 24, 2026

On this week’s episode of Frontstretch Happy Hour, hosts Bryan Nolen, Michael Massie and Dalton Hopkins are joined by FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass to give the inside scoop on early silly season predictions.

Then, the boys give their takes on this year’s points format and how it has shaken up the way the standings are viewed. Does the field race any differently? Are there any drivers in trouble of not making the Chase already?

Afterward, the group gives their reaction to Darlington Raceway’s throwback weekend. Without the abundance of throwback paint schemes, was it underwhelming? How should NASCAR do throwback weekend in the future?

Finally, the quartet talks about the Ford race team hierarchy. Has RFK Racing overtaken Team Penske? How many wins can the Ford teams expect this season? Is Joey Logano in trouble of not making the chase?

Watch the whole show above, on YouTube, or listen to the audio version wherever you get your podcasts.

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