Has Jimmie Johnson Already Won? Sprint Cup Contenders Weigh In

Sports writers across the country have already awarded the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship to Jimmie Johnson.  His near-perfect season and his dominance at these last five tracks definitely make him the man to beat. Does this mean that the other drivers in the Chase have given up?  Nothing could be further from the truth. Just ask four time champion Jeff Gordon.  He currently sits third in points and thinks his position may give him an edge.  While Johnson may have to play it a little safe to protect his lead, Gordon can afford to take some chances. “I think that’s the one advantage that we have right now,” he said, “that we’re far enough back to where we don’t have really a whole lot to lose.  It’s their championship to l...

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