Over the last two years, William Byron has dominated the Daytona 500, winning the race in both the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The big question now is whether he can secure a third consecutive victory when the NASCAR Cup Series kicks off on FOX on February 15th.
As of January 15, here are the DraftKings Sportsbook odds for the 2026 Daytona 500, informed by FOX Sports Motorsports Insider Bob Pockras:
– Ryan Blaney: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
– Joey Logano: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
– William Byron: +1100 (bet $10 to win $120 total)
– Austin Cindric: +1400 (bet $10 to win $150 total)
– Kyle Larson: +1400 (bet $10 to win $150 total)
– Denny Hamlin: +1400 (bet $10 to win $150 total)
– Chase Elliott: +1400 (bet $10 to win $150 total)
– Brad Keselowski: +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total)
– Kyle Busch: +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total)
– Christopher Bell: +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total)
– Chase Briscoe: +2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total)
– Tyler Reddick: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)
– Ross Chastain: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)
– Connor Zilisch: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)
– Chris Buescher: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)
– Bubba Wallace: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)
– Alex Bowman: +2500 (bet $10 to win $260 total)
– Ryan Preece: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)
– Ricky Stenhouse Jr.: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)
– Carson Hocevar: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)
– Daniel Suarez: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)
– Josh Berry: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)
– Austin Dillon: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)
– Michael McDowell: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)
– Ty Gibbs: +4500 (bet $10 to win $460 total)
– Erik Jones: +4500 (bet $10 to win $460 total)
– Todd Gilliland: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
– Cole Custer: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
– Zane Smith: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)
– Shane Van Gisbergen: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)
– Justin Allgaier: +5500 (bet $10 to win $560 total)
– Noah Gragson: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)
– John Hunter Nemechek: +6500 (bet $10 to win $660 total)
– AJ Allmendinger: +7000 (bet $10 to win $710 total)
– Ty Dillon: +7000 (bet $10 to win $710 total)
– Riley Herbst: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
– BJ McLeod: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
– Austin Hill: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
– Kodi Ware: +15000 (bet $10 to win $1,510 total)
Bob Pockrass highlights some drivers with solid chances to win:
Joey Logano (+1000): With a previous Daytona 500 win in 2015 and three wins at Talladega, Logano is known as one of the best superspeedway racers. However, he’s had eight finishes outside the top in his last 17 starts, so consistency can be a concern.
Chase Briscoe (+2000): Having won the latest superspeedway race at Talladega last October, Briscoe brings confidence in his second year with Joe Gibbs Racing. His clean racing style gains trust from competitors, helping him secure key drafting partners at crucial moments.
Austin Dillon (+4000): As a two-time Daytona winner, including the 2018 Daytona 500, Dillon could be a value pick. With Chevrolet rolling out a new car body, there may be some adjustments or potential benefits for teams like Richard Childress Racing in what is a pivotal season for them.
Fan Take: This update matters to NASCAR fans because it sets the stage for an exciting Daytona 500, highlighting both established contenders and intriguing dark horses. The quest for a third consecutive win by Byron could mark a historic chapter, while emerging talents and changing technology promise plenty of unpredictability that keeps the sport thrilling.
