NASCAR Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas: Predictions, Odds, and Key Drivers to Watch (2026)
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend for the Pennzoil 400, scheduled for Sunday at 4 p.m. ET. The race, contested over 267 laps on a 1.5-mile tri-oval track, features a competitive field with several drivers eyeing a victory.
Recent Performance and Key Contenders
Ryan Blaney enters the Pennzoil 400 as the most recent Cup Series race winner, having secured a victory at Phoenix Raceway the previous week [Speedway Digest]. But, Tyler Reddick claimed the first three races of the 2026 season. Joey Logano has a strong track record at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, with four career wins [Speedway Digest], and Ford is the defending winner, with Josh Berry taking the win in the 2025 Pennzoil 400 [Speedway Digest].
Odds and Favorites
According to the latest odds from FanDuel, Kyle Larson is the favorite at +500, followed closely by Christopher Bell (+600). Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick are both listed at +850, while Ryan Blaney is at +850 [NASCAR on Facebook]. Bubba Wallace is a longshot at +1900.
Expert Predictions and Best Bets
NASCAR analyst Mike McClure, who has a proven model with over $2 million in career winnings, is predicting that Tyler Reddick will not finish in the top 5, despite his strong start to the season [NASCAR on Facebook]. Reddick has struggled in recent starts at Las Vegas, finishing 15th in his first race with 23XI Racing and 24th or worse in two of his last three starts. None of his victories this season have arrive on intermediate tracks like Las Vegas.
McClure is too highlighting Chase Elliott, a +1800 longshot, as a driver to watch. Elliott is currently fourth in the 2026 NASCAR standings and has three top-5 finishes at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, along with three stage victories. He benefits from the strong performance of Hendrick Motorsports, which has 10 wins at the track [NASCAR on Facebook].
2026 NASCAR at Las Vegas Odds (FanDuel)
- Kyle Larson +500
- Christopher Bell +600
- William Byron +750
- Denny Hamlin +850
- Tyler Reddick +850
- Ryan Blaney +850
- Joey Logano +1100
- Chase Briscoe +1200
- Ross Chastain +1300
- Chase Elliott +1800
- Bubba Wallace +1900
McClure has also identified a longshot with odds of over +4000 who he believes could make a significant impact. Details on this pick are available at SportsLine.
Looking Ahead
The Pennzoil 400 promises to be an exciting race with a number of contenders. With Larson as the favorite and Elliott as a potential dark horse, fans can expect a thrilling competition at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.