Manufacturer: Ford
Engine: Roush Yates Engines
Driver-Crew Chief Pairings: Brad Keselowski—Jeremy Bullins (No. 6), Chris Buescher-Scott Graves (No. 17), Ryan Preece-Derrick Finley (No. 60)

Team Outlook: RFK Racing marks a significant expansion in 2025, fielding three Cup Series teams for the first time since 2016. The organization welcomes Ryan Preece to its roster, securing a charter from Rick Ware Racing to field the No. 60 entry. This addition comes at a crucial time, as the team looks to rebound from a challenging 2024 campaign where both Brad Keselowski and Chris Buescher saw regression from their strong 2023 performances.

The stakes are particularly high for all three drivers in 2025. Keselowski, approaching his 41st birthday, faces a narrowing window to add to his championship legacy. Buescher aims to recapture his 2023 form after missing the playoffs last season, while Preece seeks his first playoff berth. The pressure is amplified by Team Penske’s recent dominance among Ford teams, having secured the last three Cup championships while RFK’s most recent title dates back to 2004.

BRAD KESELOWSKI, NO. 6 FORD

Experience: 15 full seasons in the NASCAR Cup Series
2024 Stats: 13th in final Cup Series standings; 1 win, 9 top fives, 14 top 10s
2025 Championship Odds (DraftKings): 28-1

Outlook: After breaking a two-year winless drought in 2024, Keselowski enters 2025 with renewed momentum, reuniting with former Team Penske crew chief Jeremy Bullins. Their previous collaboration yielded impressive results, including a runner-up championship finish in 2020. This reunion, replacing three-year crew chief Matt McCall, could provide the spark needed for Keselowski to return to Championship 4 contention and pursue a second Cup title.

CHRIS BUESCHER, NO. 17 FORD

Experience: Nine full seasons in the NASCAR Cup Series
2024 Stats: 17th in final Cup Series standings; 1 win, 6 top fives, 15 top 10s
2025 Championship Odds (DraftKings): 40-1

Outlook: After a breakthrough 2023 season with three victories, Buescher experienced a setback in 2024, missing the playoffs despite showing occasional flashes of brilliance. Maintaining stability with crew chief Scott Graves, the No. 17 team must rediscover their winning formula from 2023. The pressure is mounting for Buescher to establish consistency and return to playoff contention.

RYAN PREECE, NO. 60 FORD

Experience: Five full seasons in the NASCAR Cup Series
2024 Stats: 26th in final Cup Series standings; 0 wins, 1 top five, 5 top 10s
2025 Championship Odds (DraftKings): 250-1

Outlook: Preece joins RFK Racing seeking a fresh start after two challenging seasons at Stewart-Haas Racing. Still pursuing his first Cup victory after 187 starts, Preece partners with veteran crew chief Derrick Finley, whose engineering background and diverse NASCAR experience could prove valuable. Team co-owner Keselowski has expressed confidence in Finley’s technical expertise to develop the new No. 60 program.

BOLD PREDICTION: RFK Racing appears poised for a resurgence in 2025. The organization’s expansion to three cars, combined with strategic personnel moves and technological investments, sets the stage for multiple playoff appearances. Watch for Keselowski to make a serious championship push, Buescher to return to his 2023 form, and Preece to achieve career-best results in his first season with the team.