Jeb Burton to BK Racing (Update)

UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. An announcement will be made Monday at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in downtown Charlotte, N.C.

"It's really exciting for me and my family," Burton said. "I didn't even know if I was going to race and then for BK Racing to give me a call and give me an opportunity and to believe in me to further my career and get me to the top of the racing world, it's a dream come true.

"I've wanted to be in Cup ever since I was a little kid. Now I have an opportunity to do it, set some goals to win Rookie of the Year, try to finish top-25 in points and go to Daytona (500) and make the field, have a good day and keep my nose clean throughout the season."

02/08/15 We expect Jeb Burton will be announced Monday as the driver of the #26 BK Racing Toyota. The 22-year-old son of 2002 Daytona 500 winner Ward Burton is expected to contest the full 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. We await official announcement.

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