Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt, appeared on the Dale Jr. Download this past week with his famous uncle to discuss his current season, what lies ahead and the Earnhardt name. Senior had always run DEI with a "common-sense approach." Jeffrey has been fighting back ever since, doing all he can to prove he's more than a spoiled kid with a famous last name. Dale Jr. asked his nephew a question he often faces and has always wanted to ask someone else: Whats it like to carry the Earnhardt name in NASCAR? But it was remote controlled by the office with two-way glass. has a keen acumen to research new topics introduced to the field. But he never went through training so rigorous as this. Did that ruffle feathers? (3:00) Due to popular demand, the segment where Dale is quizzed on how well he knows his wife Amy is brought back for another round of questions. The Earnhardt family dynamic is also a topic of discussion, as well as Jeffreys memories of Dale Sr. and his relationship with his father Kerry. Jeffrey also matured while training four hours daily in jiu-jitsu and other disciplines for two months before his MMA debut last May. I tried to emulate it and thats what got me in trouble early in my career. "To get better you've got to be near it. But with that last name comes high expectations and Jeffrey has felt that pressure quite a bit as he struggled to find a competitive ride to showcase his abilities. And unfortunately, wins dont come that easy but I feel like because you grow up in it, you kind of understand how to channel that pressure and not let it sit on your shoulders. In retirement, he has extended himself even further into other avenues involved with the sport. 2023 www.news-journalonline.com. He provides great insight to listeners on the differences between top-dollar teams and smaller operations in NASCAR, and what hes learned from his time spent with both. He has made 76 Cup starts and 10 Camping World Truck Series starts in his career. Obviously the Cup opportunities just werent there and I said alright, what better place than Gibbs? Jeffrey Earnhardt, Dale Jr Relationship . Then he had that swagger and that smirk to know what he was capable of at all times. He worked so hard that the actual fight was the easy part. Jeffrey said his next race is at the end of the month at Texas Motor Speedway. And unfortunately, wins dont come that easy. Lets check that out.. In a 2007 USA TODAY Sports story, Earnhardt Jr. questioned the commitment of his nephew to running the K&N East Series for Dale Earnhardt Inc. "He won't come around me because he knows I'll jerk a knot in his (butt)," Earnhardt Jr. said then. You know what I mean? Jeffrey explained that the relationship began last year when he drove a Toyota Camry for the Gaunt Brothers in select Cup races. At the gate, this man gets out and is standing at the gate looking, and Earnhardt says, Huh. But Jeffrey should get used to hearing the constant criticism because Dale Jr, a two-time winner of the Daytona 500 with 26 career Cup wins still hears them. Im here, you gotta make room. Thats kind of the way Darrell came in. He wrestled as a freshman and sophomore in high school until it was apparent he couldn't devote the time it took to succeed in that as well as racing. In retirement, Dale Jr. remains jealous of Gordon for a singular reason. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. Jacuzzi said the engine panel strakes are metal pieces that sweep outward behind the front tires and make front downforce. There were those who viewed Earnhardt as NASCARs Elvis for the fervor his fans showed. He's a fighter, too, and not just in the MMA sense. He still felt the pressure. Qualifying format for the Daytona 500 When he emerged his body was buff enough to compete with Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson for the cover of fitness magazines. Transfer Talk: Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes on Real Madrid's radar, Disputed loan at center of Commanders probe, Everything you need to know about F1's 2023 season, F1 season preview: Who's hot and who's not. But Jeffrey doesn't use that . (Photo by Jerry Markland/Getty Images) DONE DEAL: Speedway Motorsports finalizes deal to purchase Nashville Superspeedway, NATIONAL TV:: Why Nashville Superspeedway NASCAR Cup Series race will be 1 of 3 aired on NBC outside playoffs. "I'm not telling you anything," Jeffrey tells Dale Jr. during the podcast. Kelley opened up about their familys background, We Never Talked About It Afterwards Dale Earnhardt Jr Reveals He Never Talked About Death Threats Again With Sterling Marlin After Doing Him an Initial Favor. He told me in 2006 - when Teresa Earnhardt still owned the car he drove - that sometimes. "Obviously, expectations are high, and people automatically assume just because of your last name, youre going to win races. Reynolds details unique Supercars season prep, Second-generation Kelly set for Supercars debut, Second-generation Kelly set for Supercars debut Thats the same guy? Yeah, thats the same guy. He would pull in. "I've never really been the fighting type, but I guess once someone hits you hard enough and makes you mad enough you're going to hit him back, eventually. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has had an occasionally frosty relationship with his stepmother for many years. The Tennessee Lottery 250 will take place during the NASCAR Cup Series weekend at Nashville Superspeedway. The whole family's continued to carry on that . It's all a blur. The No. DAYTONA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 22: Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the #88 Nationwide Chevrolet, speaks with the media without a Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series patch on his firesuit during the Daytona 500 Media Day at Daytona International Speedway on February 22, 2017 in Daytona Beach, Florida. She said, There are similarities in our family, all the way from Dad down, that weve all been through and grown up with.. Jeffrey made headlines in the stock car racing world last April when he piloted the Richard Childress No. A new home for Michael Thomas? His grandfather, Dale Earnhardt, and uncle each have six wins at Richmond. Remembering Alan Kulwicki: NASCAR's tragic maverick champion, Dale Jr. on Next Gen's 'surgical' steering and the challenge it presents, Dale Jr. tests Next Gen at Daytona "All I've had is the smaller team's equipment and going into every race understanding we don't have a winning car," Jeffrey says. ", "There's a lot of public misconception about NASCAR drivers not being athletes," Allen says. You've got to be focusing on your car, around your car, understanding who you're working with, dealing with the people you're working with. Listen to this episode from The Dale Jr. Download on Spotify. The 33-year-old son of Kerry Earnhardt, nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr., and grandson of the late Dale Earnhardt, will pilot the No. From her perspective, its not just racing but also the family dynamics that have influenced their lives. "The way I see it, in order to build something and be successful, you have to have a passion for it. In a recent episode of the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr was joined by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew, Jeffrey Earnhardt, and they talked about the family's unique dynamics. But the importance of maintaining familial relationships cannot be understated. As Junior put it, This is the perfect example of mine and Jeffreys relationship. The four-time Cup Series champion has had the privilege of covering the Daytona 500 and other races in the broadcast booth since 2016 with NASCAR on Fox. Any vehicle that loses a wheel after exiting pit road will be penalized two laps. "I didn't see myself being a guy standing there doing inventory," Jeffrey says. Many people said the same thing about Dale Jr. early in his career. I was like man, this is a walk in the park. Earnhardt, 32, will start the season with Sam Hunt Racing at Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 19 and end it at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sept. 16. Larson has started the season slowly, but Vegas should be a salve. Norris spoke about one incident in December 2003 when Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Michael Waltrip showed up at his office, and they weren't happy. You got the Toyota relationship and you look at what Christopher Bell did last year and it was pretty impressive Its just incredible what they have available for drivers thru TRD and Toyota. I told him $2,500. 3 that his grandfather Dale made . "That was really what got me really interested to know him better," Dale Earnhardt Jr. told USA TODAY Sports. He initially "wasn't sure I'd enjoy getting punched in the face" after a high school wrestling coach said Jeffrey showed enough promise for MMA. Among those scheduled to participate on the ride are drivers Richard Petty, Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace and Max Papis, former football star and senatorial candidate Herschel Walker and NBC Sports broadcaster Rick Allen. Jimmie Johnson to join Danica Patrick on Indy 500 coverage, Sasahara replaces injured Yamashita for Super Formula test, Sasahara replaces injured Yamashita for Super Formula test "I don't think he grew up anticipating to be a race car driver. The fact that we didnt get to see that happen is only going to continue to make him larger than life. With the rule change debuting at Phoenix, Cup teams will be given a 50-minute practice session on March 10, two days before the Cup race there. He has 109 races on his resume, one top-five finish, and three total top-10 finishes. He won a unanimous decision over Chris Faison, battling through a guillotine choke in the third round and taking his opponent down multiple times. Were so excited to have Jeffrey with us next season, Martins said. When Jeffrey Earnhardt made his mixed-martial arts debut last year at a honky tonk in Charlotte and emerged victorious from the steel cage, his uncle witnessed a force of will he thought was lacking. "I definitely didn't appreciate the opportunity I had enough. Team did an outstanding job with the broadcast with Steve. Also this year, if a wheel comes off a car while the vehicle is still on pit road, the vehicle restarts at the tail end of the field. Beef. Jeffrey had some experience in this arena. You are all over the place, Dale Jr. said as they opened the conversation. "It was a huge learning curve in my life.". I dont ever remember my dads feathers being ruffled. Im talking about competitively. "Half the people were telling me, 'You're stupid to go do it, what if you get hurt?' You hear it all the time, you know? said Jeffrey, who earned his career-best finish at sixth at Atlanta Motor Speedway two weekends ago. NASCAR 2023 at Las Vegas schedule, entry list, and how to watch, NASCAR suspends two JGR crew members after Truex loose wheel, NASCAR issues Fontana penalties Check out this great listen on Audible.com. "I thought the streets were paved with gold and it would all be that easy. 3 that his . The pressure of living up to your last name when youre the descendant of a GOAT athlete is unimaginable for most people in large part because most of us are not, in fact, related to legends. He told us he would never forget us and never would forget where he had come from. In a recent episode of the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr was joined by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew, Jeffrey Earnhardt, and they talked about the familys unique dynamics. Obviously the Cup opportunities just werent there and I said alright, what better place than Gibbs? When it comes to what the family name means to the now 33-year-old Jeffrey Earnhardt, one word sums it up perfectly: legacy. The fight drew national media attention, as well as the newfound respect of his uncle. Obviously, it did.". You got the Toyota relationship and you look at what Christopher Bell did last year and it was pretty impressive Its just incredible what they have available for drivers thru TRD and Toyota.". His average finish in 10 Truck series races for Ware from 2010 to 2011 was 24.8. He did it with the officials. Hes probably the best driver Ive ever raced against, and certainly the way he left the sport is something thats only going to leave his persona at an even higher level. Jeffrey said he had several offers to continue fighting but has put MMA on hold while racing remains the priority. The NASCAR Cup Series Camping World Truck SeriesRackley Roofing 200 will be run June 24 at 8 p.m. and the NASCAR Cup Series Ally 400 will be run June 26 at 4 p.m. Reach Mike Organ at 615-259-8021 or on Twitter @MikeOrganWriter. ET, ESPNEWS) to drive the No. He did it right. Supercars decides on Gen3 weights, Reynolds details unique Supercars season prep, Reynolds details unique Supercars season prep During a rain delay at the Nashville race weekend, Junior went out with friends and ran into Jeffrey. It's all part of growing up.". NASCAR's 15-time Most Popular Driver and winner of two Daytona 500s, Dale Earnhardt Jr., hosts his very own podcast, The Dale Jr Download on Dirty Mo Media. Miss Jackie was able to get to come to that and just do the goofiest things with (daughter) Taylor when she was little. Dale Jr. certainly understands that feeling. He won his first sportsman title in 1956 after making it to Victory Lane 32 times that year.. Kyle Petty: He came in like Darrell (Waltrip) did. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has followed a similar path to Jeff Gordon by taking up broadcasting duties in racing retirement. Last year, crew members and the crew chief were each suspended four races each for the violation but NASCAR changed the rule in the offseason. It can be frustrating, but youve just gotta remember and I know that Jeffrey does this, because we get a lot of practice that you just think about what youre doing, think about what youre in control of and remind yourself of what youve done to be where you are. He doesn't realize what kind of future he could have.". 5 Nationwide Series car for his uncle, Dale Earnhardt Jr. All rights reserved. Please check your email for a confirmation. Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. Obviously I was like, psst probably not going to happen because it never worked in the past. As he told Playboy magazine in a 2001 interview, "Me and my friends used to party all the time, and my dad would get mad and say, 'Quit that. NASCAR has suspended tire changer Danny Olszowy and jackman Kellen Mills two races each for a tire coming off Martin Truex Jr.'s car during last weekend's Cup race at Auto Club Speedway.. Allen was there the day Jeffrey had his first sparring practice. The NASCAR Hall of Famer developed a strong bond early in life after a devastating house fire. Jeffrey has taken all the punches life has thrown at him and is ready to show the world he belongs in NASCAR. I wish I had done things different, but at the same time it made me understand hard work and how these opportunities dont come easy. He made his Nationwide debut in 2009 but has made only 15 starts since. Just the openness of them to give me the opportunity to develop myself and make myself a better driver meant a lot to me.". Jeffrey Earnhardtcommonly known as J Earnhardt to fans and NASCAR followersis an heir to NASCAR's most beloved racing dynasty. He left both races after accidents. Theyll both miss Cup races at Las Vegas and Phoenix. "You can get hurt doing anything. His best career finishes have come in the Xfinity Series, where he finished third at Charlotte in 2019 and second last year at Talladega after winning the pole. Truex served a two-lap penalty during the race since the wheel came off after he exited pit road. "Even after I retired, I still hear that I rode my dads coattails all the way through my career," said Junior. How Larson took the long way round to NASCAR Cup glory, How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022, How NASCAR is preparing for 2022 car As Kelley said, Imma use this forum, cause he (Dale Jr) knows how I feel about thisjust to say that families dont last forever., Its important to try to get together with family members as often as possible. It was a big character-builder knowing how deep in the water you're willing to go to make something happen.". ", I wish I appreciated what I had more when I was at DEI. Jeffrey would like nothing more than to advance someday to the Cup level, where his grandfather won seven titles, and be good enough to carry the Earnhardt name in the sport long after Dale Jr. retires. The penalty to crew members was reduced to two races this year. Also this year, if a wheel comes off a car while the vehicle is still on pit road, the vehicle restarts at the tail end of the field. The adjustments tested at Phoenix Raceway in late January and confirmed Feb. 13 in a wind tunnel test include a 2-inch spoiler (from the current 4-inch spoiler) and the removal of three diffuser strakes and engine panel strakes. Jeffrey made headlines in the stock car rac. Until then, NASCAR's most popular driver hadn't seen anything that warranted giving his nephew the chance to drive top equipment for the organization he and his sister, Kelley Earnhardt Miller, run. The chance to be behind the wheel of the No. This is the 27th anniversary ride. Had Dale Earnhardt Inc. not folded soon after Dale Jr. left for Hendrick Motorsports following the 2007 season, Jeffrey might have had some of those advantages, too. "There's really no better combination than to be driving for your family and being involved in the family business," says Kelley, who says there's open inventory on the car for a few more races this year if sponsorship can be found. Feb. 23, 1928-Sept. 26, 1973 Ralph Earnhardt had a successful racing career in NASCAR's early years. It would also be a first victory for Earnhardt, whos actually a fourth-generation racer great-grandfather Ralph was a short-track ace throughout the Carolinas who also entered 51 NASCAR races between 1956-66. Earnhardt Jr. simply has his fingerprints all over the sport that will only become greater. But he would do it almost like the Bible says: Dont let your left hand know what your right hand is doing. I just dont. Im not you, Im not Pawpaw Dale.. The rules will not be in place at Bristol or Dover, which is not included in the wet weather package. Eric Jacuzzi, NASCAR vice president of vehicle performance, said Tuesday on SiriusXM Speedway that the diffuser strakes are pieces that hang from the center of the diffuser underneath the car. Some days, Malcolm arrived before it opened at 6 a.m. Earnhardt was there early now and then, buying a Sundrop): At first, I really didnt realize who he was. When JR Motorsports fields a No. It's a huge, huge jump and huge excitement as a driver to know you have the opportunity to go out and do your job.". "About the fifth time he hit me, I ended up fighting back.". The guy running the backhoe and the shrimp boat captain and the carpenter, people out there working with their hands, they loved Earnhardt. Moreover, the Earnhardt family is a reminder that even the most successful families have their own struggles. 2 Alabama erases 17-point deficit, wins SEC, Trade Lamar? Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the season opener at Daytona, but NASCAR changed the rule in the offseason, complaints about the difficulty Cup drivers had with passing, MORE: NBC Sports NASCAR Power Rankings: Kyle Busch is No. The result was Dixon moving stateside in the late 90s, wowing Stefan Johansson in a test at Sebring and taking a seat in the Indy Lights Series, where he would win the championship in resounding fashion in 2000, beginning his dominance in American open-wheel racing.The interview also discusses Scotts tenure at Chip Ganassi Racing, his family life, and the comparability of stock cars and championship cars. Not surprisingly, everything changed on that tragic day in February 2001 when Dale Sr. died on the last lap of the Daytona 500. The penalty to crew members was reduced to two races this year. (She broke down crying) big time. Yeah, it might be a bigger risk, but it might come out to be a huge gain. And she just bawled like crazy when I walked up and hugged her, and she did the same thing this weekend. All of those things. Jeffrey Earnhardt is the nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr. "The MMA stuff was a huge step in learning who I am and how hard I'm willing to push to be successful in something the whole dedication it takes to go in the gym and get beat up, and wake up the next morning knowing you've got to go back in there and get beat up again," Jeffrey says. The guy said, Yeah, I took it over, and we park right there in the grass. Dale said, What do you mean you park in the grass? He said, We cant afford a parking lot, but thats OK. We get done talking, Dale takes the guy for a ride around the property, brings him back in my office, and says, Talk to Hawk for a couple of minutes, Ill be back., He comes back in with a brown bag full of cash and said, Turn that grass into a parking lot and dont tell anyone I gave it to you.. Jeffrey was born to father Kerry Earnhardt, who is the son of great Dale Earnhardt. Among those scheduled to participate on the ride are drivers Richard Petty, Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace and Max Papis, former football star and senatorial candidate Herschel Walker and NBC Sports broadcaster Rick Allen. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Teresa have had a contentious relationship for years. He has six top-10 finishes in a row, dating back to last season. I had a pair of cowboy boots and whatever was sharp was under that thing slit my cowboy boots from the top to the bottom like a razor. I was like man, this is a walk in the park. The Ride allows me to combine my passion for helping others with my love of motorcycles, and it is such a special gift.. We think Jeffrey is a talented young driver and Im confident he will run well at Talladega.. "Coming over here, you have every chance of running in the top five. WATCH THIS STORY |We Never Talked About It Afterwards Dale Earnhardt Jr Reveals He Never Talked About Death Threats Again With Sterling Marlin After Doing Him an Initial Favor, The conversation was a reminder that the Earnhardts, just like most other families, have their own struggles and challenges. As Dale Jr said, Im happy to see him despite his busy schedule, and its that kind of love and respect that keeps the Earnhardt family strong. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt, appeared on the Dale Jr. Download this past week with his famous uncle to discuss his current season, what lies. That was good stuff that should have propelled him where he wanted to go.". Jeffrey Earnhardt 's throwback scheme for next month's Xfinity Series race at Darlington Raceway will pay tribute to the Olympic-themed car Dale Earnhardt drove in the 1996 All-Star Race. Eric Jacuzzi, NASCAR vice president of vehicle performance, said Tuesday on SiriusXM Speedway that the diffuser strakes are pieces that hang from the center of the diffuser underneath the car. Kurt Busch: Senior did everything. I can remember him telling me, One more payment, Bill, and Ill have this farm paid off.. He definitely didn't know much about Jeffrey. Kyle Petty: Were out in Riverside (in 1980) riding go-karts with all the R.J. Reynolds people one night. Over that stretch, he has two seconds and 15 top fives. These will set the field from spots three through 40. "It was a lack on both parts to really reach out, but it's cool. You better keep themsafe and take care of them for as long as you can.. How NASCAR had to learn a harsh lesson ahead of Next Gen arrival, How Larson took the long way round to NASCAR Cup glory, Larson's long way round to Cup glory When Dale did a good deed for somebody, he tried to do it as quietly as possible. Earnhardt Jr.'s journey has seen him develop a strong friendship with fellow Hall of fame driver Jeff Gordon. EDITORS NOTE: NBC Sports will take a look at the life, legacy, and long-lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt, who died on the last lap of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18, 2001. We could see out, they couldnt see in. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the season opener at Daytona, and Kyle Busch scored last Sunday at Auto Club Speedway. The Petty family built the camp in honor of Kyles son, Adam, who was killed in a crash at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in 2000. So that speaks volumes. The guys have a lot to unpack from the Daytona 500 weekend, and topics of discussion include:Stenhouses big victory (3:19)Stock car racing is growing in the right direction (31:18)Race broadcast frustrations (9:28)JR Motorsports Daytona Recap (40:00)Previewing Fontana (49:52)When the Download crew plugged into Youtube Live for Ask Jr, listeners sent in questions regarding: (56:13)Driver-to-driver radio communication during racesThe new driver-eye camerasDale running the All-Star race at North WilkesboroJimmie Johnson and Travis Pastranas Daytona runsThe prospect of hosting Saturday Night Live To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has spent more than two decades around NASCAR, both on the track and off it. For more on the Kyle Petty Charity ride, visit the rides website. So these opportunities are thrust at him, and he's thrown into these cars, and he's around all these distractions. NASCAR 2023 at Las Vegas schedule, entry list, and how to watch, NASCAR 2023 Las Vegas how to watch Along the way, riders are scheduled to visit the Bonneville Salt Flats, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Capitol Reef National Park and the Legends Motorcycle Museum. Just around that time, too, he's just starting to go girl crazy. But one particular question many Earnhardt fans still have is how the fourth-generation racer ended up in a Toyota. The 33-year-old son of Kerry Earnhardt, nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr ., and grandson of the . Kelley opened up about their familys background and how they grew up with step-parents and half-siblings. In the past few years I haven't asked my dad for help. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Its been 44 years since NASCAR opened a racing season without an Earnhardt behind the wheel in one of its national divisions. About two weeks later, the mail came and he sent me $5,000. 5 Chevrolet with CorvetteParts.net sponsorship for Jeffrey Earnhardt in Friday night's Nationwide Series race at Richmond International Raceway, it'll mark another example of the team's commitment to showcasing younger talent. And when DEI fell apart, I realized it wasnt. NASCAR suspends two JGR crew members after Truex loose wheel, Remembering Alan Kulwicki: NASCAR's tragic maverick champion, Remembering Alan Kulwicki: NASCAR's tragic maverick champion His priorities weren't where they needed to be, and that was the most frustrating part because that really was his chance. Looking ahead to 2019, he and his partners found themselves in conversations with Joe Gibbs Racing, which had nine races available in their No. Id driven by the church, and it was old and rough. "Hopefully our car is going to drive well, and it will run all night and give him an opportunity to really enjoy that. "You have to make the best of every opportunity," Jeffrey says. Jeffrey is currently racing part-time in the second-tier XFINITY Series for Joe Gibbs Racing, and the 29-year-old driver stopped by his uncles podcast, the Dale Jr. Download, this week. "But we're trying to make a race car driver out of him because somebody's got to keep this thing going. Its not easy to get a ride out there.". Jeffrey explained that he hears criticism from people about not earning his ride in NASCAR every day, but he tries to tune it out. Dale, to me, has never forgotten where hes come from. Jeffrey Lynn Earnhardt [1] (born June 22, 1989) is an American professional stock car racing driver who competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. I was a kid growing up in Vegas watching races. Don Hawk (Dale Earnhardt Inc. president from 1993-2001): What you saw the intimidating, swaggering Earnhardt that was 100 percent real. Just five years ago, Rajah Caruth had zero racing experience. "But he was able to back it up on the track while partying. "We definitely have gotten a lot closer," Jeffrey Earnhardt told USA TODAY Sports. Jeffrey Earnhardt has raced in all three national levels of NASCAR Cup (76 starts), Xfinity (144) and Trucks (10). " Jeffrey said. Opportunities didn't come easily. And that makes you proud and happy.. On this episode of the Dale Jr. Download, it's an Earnhardt family reunion as Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined in the Bojangles Studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. Jeffrey has been a competitor and a friend to me for a few years now. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is giving his nephew the biggest break of his NASCAR career, but it isn't because of what he saw from him in a car. Thats been true. Jimmie and Chad also discuss Garage 56 and the car that's being built that will run at Le Mans. Earnhardt and co-host Mike Davis raise the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the life of a broadcaster, celebrated racer. Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. The surprise call Jeffrey received to drive for JRM a few weeks ago was the latest of increased interaction this season with his uncle (who texted, "Nice beard" after watching Jeffrey in a TV qualifying interview at Phoenix). 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, UFC 285's Shevchenko by the numbers: It all adds up to domination, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, Oral history: When Barcelona, Real Madrid played four Clasicos in 18 days back in 2011. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Jeffrey Earnhardt took one punch. He was everybody who ever had a dream. NASCAR Roundtable: Did the aero package live up to the hype? 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