RCR Replaces Kyle Busch Crew Chief Amid Winless Streak, Plans 2026 Transition

Kyle Busch and Richard Childress Racing have made a significant crew chief change, replacing longtime crew chief Randall Burnett with interim crew chief Andy Street for the final five races of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. Burnett, who joined Busch's team in 2023 and helped secure three early wins, will transition to Trackhouse Racing in 2026 to mentor rookie Connor Zilisch, but remains in a support role with RCR through the season's end. Busch acknowledged the necessity of the change due to the team's ongoing poor performance, including an 88-race winless streak and a career-low number of top finishes, emphasizing that results are paramount in NASCAR's performance-driven environment. Teammate Austin Dillon expressed full support for the decision, emphasizing the importance of putting Busch back in a winning position to benefit both the driver and the organization. Busch also highlighted that a single change won't solve all issues, comparing team success to a coordinated effort across many roles, and noted that he has input on the crew chief decision moving forward. Despite the challenges, Busch appreciates the support from RCR, which has extended his contract through 2026, signaling confidence in his contributions and the team's efforts to regain competitiveness.