NASCAR's Heisman would go to JJ
Marty Smith, ESPN.comSure, Jimmie Johnson would have to be the winner of a NASCAR Heisman -- we'll call it the Petty Trophy -- but who else would belong at the banquet?
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009JJ, Brady share common ground
Marty Smith, ESPN.comFrom "Balloon Boy" to three-time defending Cup champ Jimmie Johnson to Super Bowl-winning quarterback Tom Brady, Marty Smith's got the NASCAR world -- and beyond -- covered.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009Is JJ the best NASCAR driver ever?
Marty Smith, ESPN.comRichard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and David Pearson are widely regarded as the best drivers in NASCAR history. Jimmie Johnson, writes Marty Smith, just may be the best ever.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009Kahne the comedian? You bet!
Marty Smith, ESPN.comWhat's funnier than John Force cutting loose with ESPN's Jay Harris? Kasey Kahne impersonating John Force!
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2009Is racing for free dedicated enough?
Marty Smith, ESPN.comReed Sorenson and his agent hear the talk, the questions about the driver's desire. How driven is he? Well, he's racing right now for free.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009Hamlin races like his job's in jeopardy
Marty Smith, ESPN.comDenny Hamlin has celebrated a number of achievements during his young Cup career. But standing in Victory Lane at his home track in Richmond isn't one of them.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2009Start-and-park owners are businessmen
Marty Smith, ESPN.comWhat can NASCAR do about the so-called start-and-park teams in Sprint Cup? Until a shift in philosophy occurs ... grin and bear it.
Story | Conversation | August 07, 2009Fans react to Mayfield vs. NASCAR
Marty Smith, ESPN.comThe reaction to the Jeremy Mayfield saga keeps roaring along and filling up Marty Smith's inbox.
Story | Conversation | July 03, 2009Restart rule reenergizes Sonoma
Marty Smith, ESPN.comHigh drama and nail-biting action at a road course race? Thanks to the new double-file restart rule, Sunday's Cup race at Sonoma didn't disappoint.
Story | Conversation | June 26, 2009Team comes first for Waltrip
Marty Smith, ESPN.comMichael Waltrip still wants to drive. The desire to win is as strong as it's ever been. Then why is he so ready to relinquish his seat in the 55 car?
Story | Conversation | June 18, 2009Reddin's short run over as RPM CEO
Marty Smith, ESPN.comTom Reddin has resigned as chief executive officer at Richard Petty Motorsports, multiple team sources told ESPN.com on Friday.
Story | Conversation | May 15, 2009Burton behind changes to teams
Marty Smith, ESPN.comTimes have changed, but NASCAR hasn't really changed with them. Add Jeff Burton to the list that says it's time to look at a franchise model to protect the sport.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009Rowdy Busch no 'Intimidator'
Marty Smith, ESPN.comKyle Busch is drawing more comparisons to the late, great Dale Earnhardt. Busch is one heckuva driver … but he's no "Intimidator."
Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009In death, fan offers hope to others
Marty Smith, ESPN.comWayne Guttormson dreamed of making it to the Daytona 500. He never did, but it's his family's dream to make sure others do in his honor.
Story | Conversation | March 18, 2009Johnson a champ on and off track
Marty Smith, ESPN.comAsk around and people will tell you Jimmie Johnson is the real deal, whether it's on the track as a three-time Cup champion or off it as a longtime friend, writes Marty Smith.
Story | Conversation | February 12, 2009EDITOR'S PICKS
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