Aug 9, 2025; Watkins Glen, New York, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (right) talks with a crew member during practice and qualifying for the Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Tyler Reddick enters the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs in a much different spot than last season. Reddick barely made the playoffs after failing to win a race during the regular season; however, the Round of 16 sets up well. The driver of the No. 45 car will advance to the Round of 12, giving the 23XI Racing team momentum.

Reddick, who also has good tracks in the Round of 12, will advance to the Round of 8 as the last driver on the playoff cut-line. It has been a rough year for the 23XI Racing driver, but he has enough to advance as one of the last eight drivers. Unfortunately for Reddick, he won't have enough speed to clinch a spot in the Championship 4.

Reddick will be eliminated alongside Chase Elliott, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe in the Round of 8. The driver of the No. 45 car likely needs to win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway or Talladega Superspeedway, as Martinsville Speedway isn't a good event. Reddick could make a deep run, but it depends on whether the No. 45 team finds more speed.

This article originally appeared on Motorsports Wire: Predictions for Tyler Reddick in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs

Reporting by Austin Konenski, Motorsports Wire / Motorsports Wire

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