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RFK Racing and Jeremy Bullins Split; Skarbowski Takes Over as No. 6 Crew Chief
Highlights
- RFK Racing parted ways with crew chief Jeremy Bullins.
- Mike Skarbowski named new crew chief for Brad Keselowski.
- Change announced ahead of Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway.
- Bullins led Keselowski to five wins at Team Penske.
- Keselowski currently 18th in 2026 Cup Series points standings.
- Skarbowski previously managed RFK’s three-car lineup and was race engineer.
RFK Racing on Monday parted ways with Jeremy Bullins, crew chief for Brad Keselowski’s No. 6 Ford. The amicable split precedes Kansas’ Hollywood Casino 400, 3 p.m. ET on USA Network, HBO Max, MRN Radio, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Bullins leaves to pursue a new opportunity. Mike Skarbowski assumes crew-chief duties immediately, appearing on NASCAR’s roster portal and the current Cup Series entry list for the No. 6 Ford.
Skarbowski’s RFK background includes team-manager responsibility across the organization’s three cars. Previously a Trackhouse Racing race engineer, he brings Next Gen experience and operational familiarity that should aid a swift transition.
Bullins joined RFK for 2025, reuniting with Keselowski after their Team Penske stint. He has 10 Cup wins, five with Keselowski during 2020–2021, highlighting a proven driver–crew chief partnership.
RFK names Mike Skarbowski crew chief for Brad Keselowski, effective at Kansas.
Under Bullins, Ryan Blaney won three times, while Austin Cindric and Harrison Burton each claimed one victory. Blaney’s recent form, notably his Bristol night showing, underscores Bullins’ impact across multiple drivers.
Keselowski has missed the postseason in each of the past two seasons and currently sits 18th in the 2026 standings. The change targets improved execution in qualifying, strategy calls, and pit-road efficiency.
Keselowski sits 18th in points after consecutive postseason absences.
The timing compresses setup and simulation cycles before Kansas. Yet Skarbowski’s internal knowledge of RFK processes, personnel, and inventory should minimize disruption as responsibilities shift from management to on-stand leadership.
Kansas becomes an immediate benchmark for the No. 6 group. Track position and caution management typically decide outcomes, and recent Bristol results underline the tight competitive spread entering this stretch.
Bullins owns 10 Cup wins, including five with Keselowski in 2020–2021.
Beyond Cup, Bullins has 21 wins in 100 starts in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, reinforcing a résumé that remains strong even as RFK adjusts course with new leadership.
Visual Summary
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Jeremy Bullins
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Mike Skarbowski
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Crew Chief Handoff
No. 6 Ford | RFK Racing | Keselowski
Jeremy Bullins
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Cup Wins
Cup Wins
5 with Keselowski (2020-21)
+ 21 O’Reilly Series wins (100 starts)
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Hollywood Casino 400
Kansas Speedway
Sunday · 3PM ET
1st race under new crew chief
1st race under new crew chief
Brad Keselowski
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18th in points
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18th in points
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A friendly handover on pit road.
Can a change up top spark new momentum for Keselowski’s No. 6?
Can a change up top spark new momentum for Keselowski’s No. 6?
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
