Kansas providing a tiny glimpse of what's to come

1. Can Greg Biffle keep this up?

Mark Aumann: Perhaps not for the entire 10 races, but I expect more of the same this weekend at Kansas. He's been very good there in the past. The big stumbling block may be Talladega.

David Caraviello: The head says no, absolutely not. But then you look at the record book -- he's won at Kansas. He's won at Homestead. He's won at (I think) Texas. Everything really sets up well for him to make a big run.

Raygan Swan: I think there's a lot to be said about momentum during the Chase. I think he can keep it up until Martinsville. He has a love-hate relationship with that track. His average finish there is 24th, and in the spring he blew up during qualifying. Everywhere else, I don't worry about him.

David Caraviello: Yeah, it's not like the guy is going to rip off 10 wins a row here. But he doesn't need to. He's done a phenomenal job of coming out of nowhere to put himself in position.

Mark Aumann: This is very similar to what Clint Bowyer did last season, where Biffle has gotten unexpectedly hot. The big difference? Biffle is a veteran driver with a winning background.

David Caraviello: Exactly, Mark. Biffle finished second in final points in I believe 2005, and might have won the thing if he hadn't had loose lug nuts at Texas. So he's been here before.

Raygan Swan: He was only 35 points from winning it in 2005, and the only thing that is going to keep him from the Cup this year is Carl Edwards.

Mark Aumann: I still have to give the advantage to Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson, based on the full season. But yes, Biffle was second in the 2005 Chase, so he knows how to get there.

David Caraviello: I'll tell you, it's getting tough not to jump on the Johnson bandwagon right about now. Nothing against Edwards, but the way that 48 car is running right now is very impressive.

Mark Aumann: I think the most surprising thing after two races is how the Toyotas have basically eliminated themselves from the championship. Kyle Busch and Denny Hamlin almost have no chance, and Tony Stewart hasn't yet been able to match the Fords and Chevys on a consistent basis.

Raygan Swan: Another thing guys, did you hear how focused Biffle is, what he has done to change his routine?

David Caraviello: What, did Greg switch from Special K to bran flakes in the morning?

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Raygan Swan: He said, "I've changed the way I live completely -- just what I do everyday and what I eat when I work out. I've changed it so that I've made a reason to change my focus -- I got myself out of my normal habit." I guess that could make a difference, who knows.

Mark Aumann: So would that be Biff getting buff?

Raygan Swan: Absolutely.

David Caraviello: You know, Raygan, I've often wondered if some of these drivers would be better at the end of races if they kept themselves in better shape. I mean, look at the two guys at the top right now: ripped Carl and runner Jimmie.

Raygan Swan: David, I couldn't agree more. Racing against The Carl, you have to be on your fitness game. For months, people have told me it doesn't matter, look at Tony, he's chubs and still wins, but not with the new car. You have to be in shape to handle the new car's demands.

Mark Aumann: Until they have to carry the car across the finish line, physical fitness is overrated.

David Caraviello: But the way some of these guys fade late in races ... man, hit the iron or the treadmill. Or both. You're supposed to be a professional athlete, right?

Raygan Swan: Right. Junior almost needs oxygen after some of his races, and we all know he's no gym rat. If Biffle is hitting the gym, it's certainly helping his mental focus.

Mark Aumann: So would that be mental gymnastics, Raygs? I still think it's the style of driving that fits the chassis, and it's more of a coincidence that Carl and Jimmie are two of the best at that.

David Caraviello: Not to completely change the subject, but I've often thought of drivers like golfers -- not all of them are athletes, but the best of them usually are. And physical fitness can be an edge over the competition, whether you're Tiger Woods or Carl Edwards. Even Jeff Gordon mentioned earlier this season how the new car forced him to train more. That's the future. If Biffle has figured it out before most others, good for him.

Raygan Swan: And maybe Tony wouldn't have lost Subway to Carl Edwards if he had kept his part of the bargain! Now I hear he's stuck with Burger King! Yuck!

David Caraviello: Hey don't knock a BK double cheese. I'll send the King over there do deal with you. And I don't mean Richard Petty.

Raygan Swan: That man creeps me out! (Continued)