Layne Riggs' future in NASCAR Cup Series receives a major update

Layne Riggs’ future in the NASCAR Cup Series has been one of the biggest silly season storylines in 2026. Riggs is cruising to the No. 1 seed in the NASCAR Truck Series and looks like a driver ready to compete in the Cup Series. However, what is the latest on the Front Row Motorsports driver’s future in the Cup Series?

Riggs’ path to the Cup Series is likely through Front Row Motorsports, but it appears that 2028 would be his first full-time season, as reported by FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass. The driver of the No. 34 car doesn’t appear to have an opening for 2027, with Noah Gragson expected to return alongside Todd Gilliland and Zane Smith.

It is obvious that Riggs is ready for the jump, but he simply needs an opportunity. Riggs is 24 years old and continues to win races in the Truck Series. If Front Row Motorsports doesn’t have a spot for Riggs in 2028, he might be forced to find a different organization in the Cup Series.

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