Sammy Smith is looking for a new NASCAR organization for the 2027 season. After Smith revealed that he would not would not return to the No. 8 car for JR Motorsports, it leaves him seeking a new ride in NASCAR. There are plenty of options, as the NASCAR O'Reilly and Truck Series will have plenty of driver movement.
So, which teams would be realistic destinations? Below we dive into the five best NASCAR landing spots for Smith in 2027.
Spire Motorsports, NASCAR Truck Series
Spire Motorsports would be an ideal option for Smith in 2027. The organization has experience with Smith, who has ran its trucks in the past. If Smith is looking outside of the O'Reilly Series, Spire Motorsports would be a good landing spot in the Truck Series.
Front Row Motorsports, NASCAR Truck Series
If Smith is looking at the Truck Series, Front Row Motorsports
might be his best option. The organization is looking to replace Chandler Smith, who is leaving for Richard Childress Racing in the O'Reilly Series. Smith would jump into championship-level equipment with Layne Riggs.
Viking Motorsports, NASCAR O'Reilly Series
Viking Motorsports broke out in 2026 and Smith would be a great pickup. The organization made the Chase with Parker Retzlaff while Anthony Alfredo showed excellent speed as well. It is unclear who Smith would replace in this scenario, but he would be in contention to make the Chase.
Big Machine Racing, NASCAR O'Reilly Series
Big Machine Racing has struggled with Patrick Staropoli, so Smith would be a natural replacement. The No. 48 car has shown speed in the past with Nick Sanchez, so this is Chase-level equipment. For Smith, it would be a good option as he looks for a new home.
Haas Factory Team, NASCAR O'Reilly Series
Haas Factory Team would be the best outcome for Smith. The organization is currently looking for a new driver in the No. 41 car after Sam Mayer left for JR Motorsports. Sheldon Creed leads the Chase standings, meaning Smith would be jumping into championship-level equipment.
This article originally appeared on Motorsports Wire: 5 best Sammy Smith landing spots for the 2027 NASCAR season
