Driver Sammy Smith officially shared his exit from JR Motorsports following the season. Smith is not returning to Dale Jr.'s NASCAR team for 2027. The decision brings an end to a three-year run with the motorsports crew.
While sharing the news, Smith stated that the job remains incomplete as he completes the final stretch of the current season. He will dedicate the rest of the year completing his final schedule with JR Motorsports before officially concluding his three-year tenure with Dale Jr.'s team.