Random Thoughts From An Average Joe Blow NASCAR FAN

Just a few things that have set my mind to wondering:

Is Jimmie Johnson the Anti-Christ? Nobody, NOBODY, is that lucky or that good.

Even being a fan, I sure think that Dale Earnhardt, Jr., needs to get his feces together this year, or he may be looking for a ride.

Stewart-Haas Racing: SMOKE!!!! What up Dawg?!?! When ya gonna start winning again?

Jeff Gordon: Not a fan, sir, but you did a damn fine job of speaking your mind, right or wrong, after Martinsville.

Joey Logono: We will all have sandwiches during the chase this year. "Sliced Bread" WILL be there.

Kevin Harvick: Shake off Martinsville, Brother. You're having a hell of a year, so far.

Mark Martin: Could I please have directions to the Fountain of Youth?

Denny Hamlin: This kid is gonna scare me to death when he gets to racing on two GOOD knees. Watch out, # 48.

Kasey Khane: Who's he?

Clint Bowyer: Love your style and your humility, but Dude, Pro Cuts is only six bucks.

Kansas Motor Speedway: TWO dates at another boring cookie-cutter track because they built a new casino? YAAAAAAAAWWWN.

Phoenix International Raceway: Build another dozen just like 'em, and you'll have some by-God racing.

Kyle Busch: You're showing signs of growing up. Kudos to you, sir. But don't lose the swagger. You are by no means my favorite driver, but you sure make it fun to get mad at you.

Kyle Petty: Got Screwed. End of Story.

Jimmy Spencer: Please, take a vacation. Say for about ten years.

NASCAR ON FOX: The best damn coverage of the sport, with the best professional broadcasters, and opinions. BAR NONE. BOOGITY, BOOGITY, BOOGITY!!!! Digger, however, needs to go build a dam somewhere and stay in it. Oh, wait, he's a Gopher, not a Beaver. See how confusing he is, and what he takes away from the race?

Kenny Wallace: Why isn't this dude on a major network instead of SPEED CHANNEL?

Rusty Wallace: Why is this dude on a major network instead of SPEED CHANNEL?

Danica Patrick: :x

Jay Hart and Jerry Bonkowski: The two best writers to ever cover NASCAR.

Mike Joy: Should be in the NASCAR Hall Of Fame. This man is the best. Period.

Bristol: Let's REALLY have some fun and put Daytona type banking in there. Talk about tempers!!!!

Dr. Jerry Punch: Great Pit Road reporter. Has helped saved lives. But as far as play by play, to paraphrase Roy Clark, Thank God and Greyhound he's gone.

Ward Burton: I miss you.

Jeff Burton: I respect you.

I'm done bitching now.

There is Smoke Under Them Thar Helmets

THERE IS SMOKE UNDER THEM THAR HELMETS

About all I can say regarding the 2010 NASCAR season is, I'll give NASCAR an A- grade. Jimmie Johnson is boring the hell out of me winning races, but the "have it, boys" policy is working wonders in helping to revitalize the sport. Case in point: Martinsville.

Matt Kenseth got into Jeff Gordon, Gordon didn't like it, and punted him up the track. Short Track Racing? Tempers? Or Drivers policing themselves? All three, if you ask me, and it's about damn time.

Last year, in fear of retribution from NASCAR, Gordon's interview would have been something like, "Aw, Shucks, it's just a racing deal." This year, he spoke his mind. He flat out said, He wasn't going to let Kenseth win the race after that move. FLAT OUT SAID IT.

Hallelujah!!!! Drivers are finally being allowed to be human, get pissed off and show it. You try to punt me at 100 MPH at Martinsville, and I'm gonna get a little hot under the helmet, too. That being said, Kenseth himself, admitted it was a stupid move. Given the history that these two already have, this might just be the rivalry NASCAR has been looking for to detract from The Jimmie Johnson Show. But that's another blog.

Speaking of rivalries, Edwards vs. Kezelowski. Trust me, friends. It had all the makings of a classic, but that one's over. For some strange reason, I really believe that they made nice during that hauler meeting. Of course, there is most certainly a pig somewhere in the hills of Tennessee that can really whistle. Over? Not by a long shot. When Edwards' probation ends after the Phoenix race in two weeks, both of those shops had better stock up on the paint, and get ready to pay lots of overtime to the body shops. This one is just getting started.

Anyhow, this is my introductory blog on my insights to NASCAR. I will encourage you to participate! Every Friday we'll have a mailbag moderation session, where you can ask questions, vent, rant, rave and give your opinions as well. I haven't come up with a name for it yet, so please send your suggestions on that as well. On a personal note, I'd like to thank Mr. Jay Hart at Yahoo! Sports for encouraging me to do this. I went to him seeking counsel regarding my writings, and he was more than generous with his time and advice. With the millions of emails he must get every week, he took the time to personally write me back and give his advice. That speaks volumes for the kind of man, and professional he is. If you don't catch his Happy Hour every Tuesday at www.yahoo.com, you're not only missing out on the pulse of NASCAR, you're missing out on some damn fine writing and one true smart-ass good time. Or, you're smoking something other than Marlboros. Also, you can chat with him during every single race of the season. Thank You, Mr. Hart.

Jump in on the fun by emailing me at RJDaDJ@yahoo.com. Be forewarned, letters filled with expletives, or bashing peoples Mothers will not be published. Stupid people will be dealt with accordingly. Let's have some fun, and may God Bless you and yours this Easter season.