Jimmie Johnson maintains the NASCAR Power Rankings lead after Pocono.  In fact, his lead is nearing the twenty-point mark.

Matt Kenseth remains in second place, Greg Biffle moves up to third, Dale Earnhardt Jr. slips a spot to fourth and Denny Hamlin sits in fifth place.

Kasey Kahne climbs three spots and is this week’s biggest mover.  Juan Pablo Montoya, Greg Biffle and Brad Keselowski all also land on the biggest mover list this week.

Kyle Busch falls five spots and is this week’s biggest loser.  Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kevin Harvick and Aric Almirola all also land on the list of biggest losers.

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Jeff Gordon leads a pack of drivers at rain-soaked Pocono. Gordon eventually won the race.

The Wife Hates NASCAR Power Rankings

After Week 21 – Pocono

Note: Only includes full-time drivers.  AJ Allmendinger was removed from the list this week.

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The Wife Hates Sports has vowed to get more involved with NASCAR, and that’s why I am proud to introduce Bill Schneider, who will present his NASCAR power ratings on a weekly basis.  I know you will see his ratings system as unique and different than the rest.  He also infuses stats and involves recent results during the NASCAR season. – Kevin Paul

Write-up by Kevin Paul | Rankings by Bill Schneider