
North Bay’s Rising Stars: Top Running Backs to Watch in 2026
From record‑breaking yards to coveted scholarship offers, the North Bay's premier running backs are shaping the narrative of the 2026 prep football season.
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From record‑breaking yards to coveted scholarship offers, the North Bay's premier running backs are shaping the narrative of the 2026 prep football season.

Carson Kvapil secured his second consecutive NASCAR O’Reilly Series race at Iowa Speedway, edging Ross Chastain in overtime after a chaotic eight‑car wreck that reshaped the standings.

The upcoming Hy‑Vee Perks 250 will see Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport field Jeb Burton, Blaine Perkins and rookie Carson Brown, each targeting a breakthrough performance on Iowa’s demanding layout.

The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will see significant driver changes, with Rajah Caruth taking over the No. 88 Chevrolet and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown making his Cup debut, while veteran Corey Heim sits out.

Carson Kvapil clinches the Hy‑Vee Perks 250 after a dramatic overtime, while Justin Allgaier leads both stages and collects maximum points.

Carson Brown’s second‑place result in the JR&CO 150 at Iowa Speedway not only highlighted his growing prowess on the track but also positioned him for a high‑profile NASCAR debut later this season.

Ryan Sieg secured the pole for the upcoming NASCAR O’Reilly Series race at Iowa Speedway, while practice results highlighted a competitive field of 37 drivers vying for position.

Two RCR‑affiliated drivers are slated to make their national series debuts in 2026, while the organization navigates a transition after Kyle Busch’s death and prepares for 2027 roster moves.

NASCAR announced that Carson Brown will replace Rajah Caruth in the No. 88 Chevrolet for the 2026 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, debuting at Iowa Speedway. Caruth, 20 points behind the playoff cut, secures a secondary deal to remain eligible, as the series prepares for a historic showdown at Daytona.

Justin Allgaier leads the points battle while Sam Mayer aims for a third straight win at Iowa, as JR Motorsports looks to extend its dominant streak.

Young driver Carson Brown, signed by Richard Childress Racing, prepares for his first NASCAR Cup Series start this weekend at Iowa Speedway, aiming to translate his ARCA success into a competitive debut.

Teenage prospect Carson Brown, 18, will debut in the 2026 O'Reilly Series at Iowa Speedway, becoming the youngest driver to compete in a national NASCAR race this season.

The 2026 season will see the Cup Series contest the Iowa Corn 350 in August and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series host the Pennzoil 250 in July, both featuring full fields and updated betting odds.

Brown’s rapid ascent in ARCA and recent RCR signing set the stage for his first NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series start at Iowa Speedway.

Carson Brown, an 18‑year‑old development driver, is set to make his NASCAR O’Reilly Series debut this weekend, piloting the No. 32 for Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport.

Richard Childress Racing is reshaping its driver roster for the 2027 season, with Austin Hill poised for a full‑time Cup Series seat and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown slated to make his O’Reilly Auto Parts debut at Iowa Speedway.

Eighteen‑year‑old Carson Brown prepares for his NASCAR O'Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway, backed by a strong development program and key partners.

After a dominant season in the ASA STARS National Super Late Model Tour, Carson Brown will make his NASCAR O'Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway, stepping into the No. 32 car fielded by Jordan Anderson Racing.

Carson Brown, the 18‑year‑old champion of the ASA STARS National Super Late Model Tour, is poised to make his NASCAR O’Reilly Series debut at Iowa Speedway this Saturday. Alongside his ARCA outing, Brown will drive the No. 32 Chevrolet‑sponsored entry for Jordan Anderson Racing, marking a pivotal moment in his rapid ascent.

At just 18, Carson Brown is already a championship contender in the CARS Late Model Stock Tour, a presumed ASA STARS National Super Late Model Series champion, and a regular on the ARCA and Trans‑Am circuits. His poise, work ethic and team‑first attitude have earned praise from crew chiefs and owners alike as he prepares for a potential move to the premier stock‑car division.

A weekend of high‑stakes racing saw ARCA, Truck, O'Reilly and Cup series each produce distinct storylines, from tight battles to record‑breaking caution counts and a dramatic Cup finish.

The zMAX CARS Tour will stage a doubleheader at North Wilkesboro Speedway, marking the first Cup‑point race at the venue since 1996 and reviving a track that has become a pilgrimage site for fans.

Alex Bowman's contract with Hendrick Motorsports expires, opening the door to several high‑profile teams that could shape the 2027 lineup.

The cancellation of Kyle Busch’s tribute paint scheme has sparked a wave of emotion across the racing community, culminating in a scheduled public memorial at Charlotte Motor Speedway.