4 TEAMS CREW CHIEF RODNEY CHILDERS CAN JOIN AFTER JOSH BERRY MOVED TO WOOD BROTHERS RACING

Josh Berry has secured a seat at Wood Brothers Racing for 2025 following Stewart-Haas Racing's closure. Berry's announcement didn't include details about the crew chief for the #21 Ford, and it's unlikely that his SHR crew chief, Rodney Childers will join him at WBR.

Childers is one of the most successful crew chiefs in the NASCAR Cup Series. He has nearly two decades of experience as a crew chief at the premier level. His most successful stint came with Kevin Harvick at Stewart-Haas Racing. The duo won a Cup title, and 37 victories together.

Following Kevin Harvick's retirement, Josh Berry stepped into the shoes of the #4 Ford driver, teaming up with Rodney Childers. Berry has shown significant improvement throughout his rookie season but will most likely part ways with Childers.

Fox Sports reporter Bob Pockrass reported that the duo will not be reunited at Wood Brothers Racing. Josh Berry is likely to be paired with a crew chief from Team Penske.

"Wood Brothers did not name a crew chief for the No. 21 car but indicated it would come out of the Penske group. (reading between the lines -- not expecting it to be Rodney Childers)," Pockrass wrote on X.

Ruling out Wood Brothers Racing and other top organizations with a stable hierarchy, let's explore the NASCAR Cup organizations that Rodney Childers could join following Josh Berry's move.

4 Teams Rodney Childers can join following his split with Josh Berry

#4 23XI Racing

The team, co-owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, is on the rise with the owners making significant investments. In addition to the new campus named 'Airspeed', the team is also reportedly interested in acquiring a third charter. Rodney Childers could elevate the team to championship contender status, accelerating their upward trajectory.

#3 Trackhouse Racing

The team led by Justin Marks has signed several talented drivers in recent years. Now it's time to pair these drivers with a veteran crew chief like Rodney Childers. Trackhouse Racing is also reported to expand into a three-car organization next season. It could provide a landing spot for Childers as a crew chief or a larger role overlooking all the teams.

#2 Haas Factory team

The #4 SHR team led by Rodney Childers has been the most consistent in Haas's stable over the past decade. The crew chief has played a key role in their success. It will be crucial for Gene Haas to retain Childers at the rebranded Haas Factory team to qualify for the playoffs. They will also look to contend for the championship as a single-car organization in the Cup Series.

#1 Front Row Motorsports

Front Row Motorsports has acquired one of Stewart-Haas Racing's charters, expanding their team to a three-car organization. Earlier this year, the team secured Tier 1 support from Ford Performance. Rodney Childers would be a great addition to the team. His expertise from SHR will help him overlook the new resources and guide the team to the front of the pack.

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