Hailie Deegan’s future in NASCAR has been uncertain since she lost her seat at AM Racing. Many, including NASCAR veteran Kevin Harvick, doubted her chances of securing another spot on the Xfinity grid due to her disappointing performance this season. Harvick stated that it would be tough for Deegan to get another opportunity in the sport, especially after leaving Toyota’s strong development system for Ford’s less effective program.

However, despite the odds, Deegan is reportedly being considered for a seat with Haas Factory Team (HFT) in the Xfinity Series. Joe Kuster, HFT’s president, expressed interest in bringing Deegan on board, believing in her potential and wanting to be part of her next chapter. Yet, this move raises questions about whether HFT, a team facing its own challenges and set to lose its partnership with Tony Stewart, can provide the support Deegan needs to succeed.

Harvick has pointed out that Deegan’s struggles may be due in part to Ford’s weaker development system, which lacks the resources and mentorship provided by Toyota. He suggested that Deegan was pushed too quickly into higher levels of competition without the necessary preparation, which may have hindered her growth as a driver.

As Deegan considers her options, including the possibility of joining Andretti Global in the Indy NXT series, her next steps will be crucial in determining whether she can revive her racing career. The motorsports community is watching closely to see if Deegan can overcome the challenges she has faced and achieve success in NASCAR or another racing series.