NASCAR is coming up with many changes, and they are coming fast. With just three races left in the 2025 campaign, the Cup Series is due for a much-needed overhaul in the way it operates, especially in the playoff proceedings. NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell has already hinted at a major change in the format, with many claiming a 36-race chase format will be returning.

Forever a strong advocate against the current playoff system, Kenny Wallace is among those who think that the chase format is returning. But in case it doesn’t, Wallace wants one crucial change in the playoff format.

What Is the One Change Kenny Wallace Wants To See in the NASCAR Playoffs?

NASCAR has already announced that the Cup Series cars will see an added power boost on short tracks (1.5 miles or less) starting next season. While the power output is currently limited to 670bhp, the power will be upped to 750bhp, marking an 80bhp uptick from 2025.

While most people consider it a step in the right direction, they are fairly certain that it will not significantly improve overall performance.

However, NASCAR has further clarified that the upcoming change is only the opening phase of a larger implementation plan. Under the same plan, the sport also plans to revamp the Cup Series’ championship structure.

While little is known about the authorities’ direction for the restructuring, NASCAR veteran Wallace only wants to see one change if the sport sticks with its playoff system.

Speaking on the most recent episode of the ‘Herm & Schrader‘ podcast, Wallace asked for NASCAR to scrap the Championship Four race and make the championship chase a three-race event in the playoffs.

He said, “My opinion is that they leave everything alone. But instead of one race determining the championship, I think it should be three races.”

While Wallace shared his opinion on the matter, his co-host, Ken Schrader, took a much more blunt approach.

With NASCAR opting to stay quiet on the new system until the 2025 season ends, the 70-year-old feels that the sport has “no clue of what they’re going to do.” He added that they might tweak some system elements, but it won’t make a huge difference.

However, Schrader is still happy that the sport is at least open to change.