As Corey Heim continues to drive the narrative of running away with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Viking Motorsports made a late-season Xfinity Series driver change.
With just three postseason events remaining, Matt DiBenedetto was released from his duties with the No. 99 Chevrolet team, replaced by Truck circuit standout Connor Mosack.
The 26-year-old Charlotte, N.C., native will make his Viking debut Saturday at Talladega Superspeedway.
Mosack ranks No. 14 in the drivers’ standings, compiling four top-10 finishes in 22 starts. He posted two top-five finishes in 31 career Xfinity starts.
DiBenedetto recorded one top-five finish in 30 starts.
“We’d like to thank Matt for his contributions throughout our inaugural season,” Viking Motorsports general manager Jeremy Lange said in a press release. “He played a meaningful role in establishing the foundation of this team, and we wish him the best.”
As Viking makes a late-season change, Heim (-160) continues to be the overwhelming sports-betting favorite to win claim his first drivers’ championship, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Fresh wrap for Talladega! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/AOWOEwlrj5
— Viking Motorsports (@VKNGMotorsports) October 14, 2025
Prospect Tyler Reif Earns 1st NASCAR Truck Series Start
NASCAR prospect Tyler Reif, a standout on the ARCA Menards Series, earned his first Truck Series start for the Championship 4 race at Phoenix Raceway on Oct. 31.
Niece Motorsports announced it signed the 18-year-old to pilot the No. 41 Chevrolet for the season finale. Reif, boosted by five top-10 finishes in eight outings, placed second in the final ARCA East Series standings.
Reif, who specializes in short tracks, debuted by capturing the 2023 ARCA national series event at Phoenix.
“I’m real excited to race a truck for the first time, especially with it being at Phoenix with the success we’ve had there,” Reif said via Niece Motorsports PR. “It’s probably been my favorite track to race at. I’ve been waiting my whole life to get in a truck.”
One season ends as one career begins!
Excited to welcome @TylerReif23 to the No. 41 McLaren Transport truck at @phoenixraceway for his NCTS Debut!#PressTheAttack | #TeamChevy pic.twitter.com/gt6aIVNtwn
— Niece Motorsports (@NieceMotorsport) October 8, 2025
2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship Odds
Here are the drivers’ odds for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series drivers’ championship, according to FanDuel Sportsbook:
| Driver | 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship Odds |
|---|---|
| Corey Heim | -160 |
| Layne Riggs | +240 |
| Ty Majeski | +1000 |
| Kaden Honeycutt | +1300 |
| Daniel Hemric | +2200 |
| Grant Enfinger | +2200 |
| Tyler Ankrum | +2700 |
| Rajah Caruth | +4500 |
*-Odds current at time of publication
