The 2026 Window World 450 marks a historic return for the NASCAR Cup Series to North Wilkesboro Speedway after a 30-year absence for a points race. Scheduled for Sunday at 7 p.m. ET, this event is the penultimate race of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge.

Ryan Blaney leads the odds board at +480, closely followed by Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell, both at +500. Kyle Larson seeks his first victory in over a year, sitting at +900. Additionally, Chase Elliott is a popular choice for DFS picks, favored at +150 to win the In-Season Challenge and +1400 for Sunday.

Before making any bets, it’s crucial to consider insights from Mike McClure, a seasoned professional DFS player with over $2 million in winnings. His model simulates each lap of NASCAR action 10,000 times and has successfully predicted 30 winners since 2021.

For the Window World 450, McClure suggests avoiding Blaney, despite his favorite status. Simulations show him struggling to crack the top 5, especially after finishing 16th in the 2025 All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro.

In contrast, Ty Gibbs is projected to perform well, with odds at +1800. Having consistently improved, he currently sits fourth in standings and boasts three top 10 finishes in his last three races.

Furthermore, McClure identifies two longshots at odds of at least +1500 who could surprise the field. For detailed predictions and betting strategies, visit SportsLine for the latest updates and insights.