Queue the Hungry Girl

Yes, there is still some work that Jimmie Johnson has to do before he is crowned king, but it seems like its about as tough as making reservations for the after party. It's not going to take much. Compared to winning the Daytona 500, and the Brickyard 400, it will be like a joyride.

The way that the #48 has been running most of the year, and how strong they are running now when it matters, it should be that easy. All year they have been fast, and have proven that they in fact, deserve the Cup. Just by winning the two biggest races of the year was enough.

Give credit to crew chief Chad Knaus for bringing a top 10 car to the track every weekend. Also for not being afraid to make adjustments even if the car was running well. To predict the changes in the track conditions, and dial the car for strong finishes.

JJ deserves a ton of credit as well. He really seemed to look more mature at the end of this season. Where he has notoriously fallen short in years past, he has raced smart. When it came down to having to drive ruthlessly for the win, he threw down. It's his year, it's his time, and in a matter of days, it's his Championship.