The 2027 NASCAR season will see a notable change in the driver lineup, with Wood Brothers Racing confirming that Josh Berry will not return to the iconic No. 21 car.
Jesse Love is slated to take over the seat, inheriting a car that has been a fixture in the series for decades.
A longshot with a fading points tally
Berry currently sits 33rd in the 2026 point standings, a position that reflects a season of struggle after a 2025 playoff appearance that once hinted at resurgence.
His performance has dipped since that playoff run, yet the driver remains a Cup Series winner, having tasted victory earlier in his career.
What lies ahead
Despite the setback, Berry is expected to latch onto another ride, a prospect that keeps the conversation alive within NASCAR circles and even draws attention from partners such as Ford.
The reshuffling also reverberates through the organizations involved, from Wood Brothers Racing to Richard Childress Racing, where Berry is being considered for the No. 33 seat, and the series’ broadcast partner FOX Sports, which will continue to cover the drama.