Five Things to Watch at the U.S. Street Nationals

The U.S. Street Nationals is bursting at the seams with major storylines and is shaping up to be one heck of an event. Not only is this race the second leg of the Drag Illustrated Winter Series, but it also serves as the season opener for the Radial Outlaws Racing Series. Here are five big things you need to check out this weekend at the U.S. Street Nationals.

Jason Harris Shoots for Big Money and Major Prizes

Jason Harris rolled into the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals and dominated a tough field of Pro Mod racers. He qualified No. 1 with a 3.560, leading a field where the bump spot was an ultra-competitive 3.615. By winning the event, Harris earned the opportunity to claim the Elite Motorsports Million, a million-dollar payday awarded to any racer who can win all three Winter Series events.

Because Harris also qualified No. 1, he remains eligible to win a brand-new Pro Mod from Jerry Bickel Race Cars, which will be awarded to any racer who qualifies No. 1 at all three events.

Sweeping all three races is no easy task, especially given the depth of talent expected at the U.S. Street Nationals. The number of quality cars entered is staggering, meaning there will be no easy path to the top. However, based on how consistent Harris was at the Snowbirds, he has a legitimate shot at another No. 1 qualifying position. Either way, watching Harris chase a million dollars and a brand-new Jerry Bickel Pro Mod is going to be wild.

A Strong Field of Pro Mods

The hype surrounding the Pro Mod field heading to Bradenton Motorsports Park is very real. The entry list includes multi-time NHRA world champions, previous Winter Series champions, World Series of Pro Mod winners, and numerous champions from other sanctioning bodies, all fighting to crack the 32-car field.

At the Snowbirds, the spread between the No. 1 qualifier and the bump spot was just 0.055 seconds, which perfectly illustrates how tough the competition has become. Expect an all-out showdown during the final qualifying session as teams push their combinations to the limit just to make the show.

Radial Outlaws Racing Series Kicks Off Its 2026 Season

Slick-tire racers aren’t the only stars in action at the U.S. Street Nationals. The Radial Outlaws Racing Series (RORS) launches its 2026 season at this event, making it a crucial stop for racers chasing a points championship.

In 2025, no RORS class saw a repeat champion. Every 2025 series champion is expected to be on property at Bradenton, along with several former champions. Keep a close eye on who goes deep into eliminations, as early momentum could make 2026 the biggest and most competitive year yet for the RORS.

NHRA Pro Stock Stars Take on Pro Mod

Big events attract big names, and the U.S. Street Nationals is no exception. Several NHRA Pro Stock standouts will be on hand to try their luck in Pro Mod competition. Aaron Stanfield, six-time world champion Erica Enders, and 2025 Pro Stock world champion Dallas Glenn are all slated to attempt to qualify.

Of the three, Enders has the most Pro Mod experience and still holds the NHRA Pro Mod top speed record. Glenn completed pre-event testing to get acclimated behind the wheel of a supercharged Pro Mod. Stanfield and Enders didn’t make the field at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals, but both showed flashes of potential and could be serious contenders this weekend.

True 10.5 Returns at the U.S. Street Nationals

What’s old is new again, as True 10.5 racing returns to the spotlight. During the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals, the class delivered a thrilling show with the timing boards turned off. At the U.S. Street Nationals, however, elapsed times will be displayed.

Some questioned whether turning the boards back on would affect participation, but promoters Tom Gunner and Michael Poland believe the best racers will still show up to compete at Bradenton.

Those concerns may already have been answered. During testing for the U.S. Street Nationals, Ryan Martin recorded the first-ever three-second pass on a 10.5 tire, ripping off a 3.949 at 198.73 mph. That set the internet on fire, and people are pumped to see what will happen this weekend. With performances like that, don’t be surprised if the 10.5 tire record gets reset multiple times during the event.