Ryan Ellis joins Alpha Prime Racing for 2027 NASCAR season

Ryan Ellis is set to rejoin Alpha Prime Racing for the 2027 NASCAR season, marking a return to a familiar racing environment. The announcement was made by Alpha Prime Racing on October 15, 2026. Ellis will be part of a multi-year agreement, a reunion that follows his time with different teams in recent seasons. His journey with Alpha Prime Racing began in 2022, where he started with a part-time schedule before committing to the full-time program in 2024.

Prior to joining Alpha Prime Racing, Ellis competed for DGM Racing in 2025 and Young's Motorsports in 2026.

The reunion is significant as Alpha Prime Racing is preparing for a major change - transitioning to Ford Mustangs powered by Roush Yates Engines in 2027. Ellis' return comes with the support of Tablo TV, which will be a primary sponsor for at least 10 races during the 2027 season. Ellis expressed his enthusiasm about returning to the team that helped establish his full-time NASCAR career.

Team founder Tommy Joe Martins echoed this sentiment, highlighting the strong relationship and trust they developed over the last three seasons.

Ellis' decision to return follows Brennan Poole's departure from Alpha Prime Racing at the end of the 2026 season. Currently, Ellis drives the No. 02 Chevrolet for Young's Motorsports and is 27th in the championship standings. The specifics of his car number and additional sponsorship details for the 2027 season have not been disclosed yet.