Bill Elliott still keeps an eye on Chase's performance, offers feedback
Chase Elliott does not want to 'barely get into' NASCAR Cup playoffs
Chase Elliott, comfortably above the NASCAR playoffs cutline but without a win in 2025, wants to avoid points racing late in the NASCAR Cup Series regular season.
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