Layne Riggs Approaches 50th NASCAR Truck Start Contending for 2025 Championship

Layne Riggs is emerging as a formidable contender in the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, marking his 50th career start with strong momentum. After a challenging rookie year in 2024 with limited success, Riggs experienced a turning point at Gateway where adjustments helped unlock his potential, leading to consistent top-five finishes and multiple wins in 2025, including at Pocono, IRP, and Bristol. He is actively shaking off the "short-track guy" label, proving his versatility with strong performances on various track types and building confidence in his all-around driving ability. Riggs' resilience was notably demonstrated at Bristol, where despite spinning early, he rallied to dominate much of the race and secure his third victory of the season. Currently second in the standings behind Corey Heim, Riggs' combination of raw speed and consistency positions him as a legitimate threat in the playoffs and a key player in the championship fight. His trajectory highlights a steady rise from rookie struggles to championship-caliber competitor with Front Row Motorsports.