Jimmie Johnson remains as the NASCAR Power Rankings leader following his top five finish at Watkins Glen.  Greg Biffle is second followed by Matt Kenseth in third, Brad Keselowski in fourth and Dale Earnhardt Jr. in fifth place.

Clint Bowyer climbs three spots and is this week’s biggest mover.  Kyle Busch, Regan Smith and Brad Keselowski all also had strong weeks.  Specifically, Kyle Busch moved up three spots and cracks the top ten.

Denny Hamlin falls five spots and is this week’s biggest loser.  Also on the losers list (for the week) is Jeff Gordon, Juan Pablo Montoya and Kurt Busch.

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Jimmie Johnson sits on top of the Sprint Cup standings and this week’s rankings

The Wife Hates NASCAR Power Rankings

After Week 22 – Watkins Glen

Note: Only includes full-time drivers

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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