Driver Sammy Smith has confirmed his exit from JR Motorsports following the season. Smith will not be back to Dale Jr.'s NASCAR team for 2027. The decision concludes a three-year run with the motorsports crew.
While announcing the exit, Smith noted that the job remains incomplete as he navigates the remainder of the current season. He will spend the rest of the year completing his final schedule with JR Motorsports before wrapping up his three-year tenure with Dale Jr.'s team.