Based solely on the NASCAR statistics from the Ultimate NASCAR Database, here are my picks for the Top 10 at this Sundays Golden Corral 500 in Atlanta.
As is my usual disclaimer: These are based solely on the numbers. No previous incidents of luck or misfortune. No consideration for Silly Season.
| Picks for NASCAR Golden Corral 500 : March 19, 2006 | |
|---|---|
| Driver | Finish |
| Carl Edwards | Top 10 |
| Jimmie Johnson | Top 10 |
| Mark Martin | Top 10 |
| Jamie McMurray | Top 10 |
| Greg Biffle | Top 10 |
| Dale Earnhardt Jr. | Top 10 |
| JJ Yeley | Top 10 |
| Matt Kenseth | Top 10 |
| Denny Hamlin | Top 10 |
| Tony Stewart | Top 10 |
Here’s the actual statistics for the NASCAR Nextel (Winston) Cup races the last 3 years at Atlanta Motor Speedway. This is for active drivers only.
| Top 5 Average Finishers at Atlanta Motor Speedway | |
|---|---|
| Driver | Average Finish |
| Carl Edwards | 1.67 |
| Tony Stewart | 8.17 |
| Jimmie Johnson | 9.67 |
| Dale Earnhardt Jr. | 11.83 |
| Kasey Kahne | 12.0 |
As always, I’m open to suggestions.
What do you think about the picks?
What are yours?