Winning NASCAR'S Chase a tall order for lame duck drivers

10. Kasey Kahne (6th) -- Kahne didn't have a bad race at Chicago, finishing 12th. His problem is that nine Chase drivers finished better than that. Still, he

If Kevin Harvick has an edge among lame ducks, it's his team's acceptance of his impending departure :: John Harrelson/NASCAR via Getty Images

10. Kasey Kahne (6th) -- Kahne didn't have a bad race at Chicago, finishing 12th. His problem is that nine Chase drivers finished better than that. Still, he remains a legitimate contender for the championship, which is more than can be said of Dale Earnhardt Jr. (again) and Joey Logano.