NASCAR COO Steve O'Donnell suggested using Generative AI to revise the playoff format, which has faced criticism, particularly after Joey Logano's controversial championship win despite poor average finishes. Influencer Eric Estepp criticized O'Donnell's comments and called for improved media training for NASCAR leadership. The current playoff format's fairness is under debate, especially after Logano's victory, and the Cup Series will return in four weeks for the pre-season Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium.