Drivers competing in NASCAR's Nextel Cup Series in 2006
Carl Edwards, No. 99 Office Depot Ford Fusion, Roush Racing:
Born: Aug. 15, 1979
Hometown: Columbia, Mo.
Crew chief: Bob Osborne
Finished third in points with 36 starts, four wins, two poles, 13 top fives, 18 top 10s and $4,889,990 in earnings. ... Had a tremendous breakout season. ... Edged Jimmie Johnson in a dramatic spring finish at Atlanta Motor Speedway for his first victory. ... Won three more times and marked each victory with a celebratory back flip. ... Was also Busch Series Rookie of the Year. ... Will compete in both Cup and Busch Series and should contend for both titles.