The 2026 eero 400 marks the Cup Series' return to Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, scheduled for Sunday at 6 p.m. ET. This race is the second in the NASCAR In-Season Challenge, featuring notable drivers such as Brad Keselowski, a two-time winner at this venue, along with Denny Hamlin and Alex Bowman, each with one victory. New entrants like Tyler Reddick, Chase Briscoe, and Shane van Gisbergen, who won last week, will be making their track debuts.

Current Odds

• Denny Hamlin: +380 (favorite)
• Tyler Reddick: +430 (second favorite)
• Kyle Larson: +600
• Alex Bowman: +4000 (longshot)

Mike McClure, a renowned professional DFS player, utilizes a powerful prediction model that simulates each lap of the race 10,000 times. His model has successfully identified 30 winners since 2021, including Denny Hamlin's back-to-back wins at Michigan and Pocono last month.

Predictions for the Race

• Fading Denny Hamlin: Despite being the favorite, simulations suggest Hamlin may struggle to even crack the top 5 due to recent performances, finishing 14th in San Diego and 26th at Sonoma.
• High on Ty Gibbs (+1500): Coming off a strong performance at Sonoma, Gibbs is projected to contend for the title, ranking fourth in the standings with seven top 5s this year.

Longshot Picks

McClure is also backing two other longshots, each with odds of at least +1800, including one potentially reaching +4000, which could offer significant payouts.

For expert insights and to discover which drivers McClure is backing, visit SportsLine for the latest predictions and best bets ahead of the 2026 eero 400.