Who has improved their stock, who needs to shape up for Chase

NASCAR Power Rankings

Labor Day Weekend. Charred meat cooked outdoors. One last good sunburn and relaxing poolside before the sweaters go on. And then there's the race before the race before the Chase for the Championship at Atlanta. Here are some racing laborers who've got something to show for their work so far this Sprint Cup season, and some who need a little OT. Have a comment? Send to siwriters@simail.com. You can also follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/brantjames

Drivers who have a lot more work to do:

Cities that should host Sprint Cup events: