A simple comment about hair has become the talk of NASCAR social media after drivers brutally honest reactions to NASCAR 25 ratings went viral this week. The moment that has fans buzzing most? One driver’s savage take on three-time champion Joey Logano’s 90 overall rating in the new video game.
The Quote That Broke the Internet
During NASCAR’s YouTube video where drivers guessed each other’s NASCAR 25 ratings, one competitor delivered a line that perfectly captured the brutal honesty of the session. When Logano’s 90 overall rating was revealed, the driver didn’t hold back:
“The three-time champ is crazy. I don’t know how they get to 90. One 100. Like I think it should be in the 80s, but three time and a full head of lettuce on top”.
The “full head of lettuce” comment immediately sent fans into overdrive, with many calling it one of the funniest NASCAR moments of 2024. The joke was clearly aimed at Logano’s thick hair compared to other drivers who might be dealing with hairline issues.
NASCAR 25 Ratings Spark Major Controversy
The NASCAR 25 ratings have created massive debate across the racing community since their release on October 8th. William Byron became the only Cup Series driver to receive a perfect 100 rating, leading to widespread criticism from fans and fellow competitors.
Here’s how the top NASCAR drivers ranked in the controversial ratings:
| Driver | Overall Rating | Biggest Strength |
| William Byron | 100 | Intermediates (100) |
| Denny Hamlin | 99 | Speedways/Concrete (100) |
| Kyle Larson | 99 | Multiple Categories |
| Ryan Blaney | 98 | Short Intermediates (99) |
| Christopher Bell | 97 | Short Intermediates (100) |
| Joey Logano | 90 | Superspeedways (100) |
| Kyle Busch | 84 | Superspeedways (89) |
Drivers Don’t Hold Back During Rating Session
The YouTube video showed just how competitive and honest NASCAR drivers can be when discussing each other’s abilities. Beyond the Logano hair comment, several other moments stood out:
- “This guy’s ass. Gosh, what an absolute tragedy this one is” – A driver’s reaction to AJ Allmendinger’s 80 road course rating
- “Yeah, him and I are usually in the care center together” – Kyle Larson joking about superspeedway crashes
- “I’ve been here for 6 hours. They’ve really put me through the ringer, and my brain is mush” – One exhausted driver after multiple wrong guesses
These unfiltered reactions showed fans a side of NASCAR personalities they rarely see, making the video an instant hit with over 40,000 views in its first few days.
The Hair Comment Hits Different
The “lettuce” reference was particularly brutal because it highlighted the contrast between Logano’s thick hair and other drivers who’ve dealt with hair loss issues. Kyle Busch’s wife Samantha has been very open about her own alopecia struggles, making hair a sensitive topic in the NASCAR community.
Fans immediately picked up on the shade, with social media exploding over the comment. Many called it the best roast of the year, while others appreciated the drivers showing their real personalities instead of typical media-trained responses.
Noah Gragson Calls Out Rating System
The controversy didn’t end with the video. Noah Gragson, who received a 71 overall rating, publicly criticized the entire system at Las Vegas Motor Speedway media day. “Whoever the guy or girl was that did it, they did a bad job, in my opinion”, Gragson said.
The Legacy Racing driver particularly questioned why the best driver in the sport wasn’t rated 100 overall, suggesting the NASCAR next gen car era has produced clear standouts that the ratings don’t reflect.