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Jimmie Johnson — Career Arc
Performance trajectory across 20 Cup Series seasons.
20
Total Seasons
2007-2009
Prime Years
85
Peak Score
7
Championships
Career Phases
Rising (2002)
Prime (2003-2016)
Veteran (2017)
Twilight (2018-2024)
Season-by-Season
| Year | Races | Wins | Avg Finish | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 36 | 3 | 13.5 | 65 |
| 2003 | 36 | 3 | 11.4 | 79 |
| 2004 | 36 | 8 | 12.1 | 83 |
| 2005 | 35 | 4 | 12.0 | 77 |
| 2006 (C) | 36 | 5 | 9.7 | 80 |
| 2007 (C) | 36 | 10 | 10.8 | 85 |
| 2008 (C) | 36 | 7 | 11.0 | 81 |
| 2009 (C) | 36 | 7 | 11.1 | 82 |
| 2010 (C) | 36 | 6 | 12.2 | 82 |
| 2011 | 36 | 2 | 11.9 | 68 |
| 2012 | 36 | 5 | 11.2 | 85 |
| 2013 (C) | 36 | 6 | 10.7 | 83 |
| 2014 | 36 | 4 | 15.3 | 69 |
| 2015 | 36 | 5 | 12.8 | 77 |
| 2016 (C) | 36 | 5 | 14.0 | 69 |
| 2017 | 33 | 3 | 16.1 | 52 |
| 2018 | 34 | 0 | 16.0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 30 | 0 | 14.9 | 25 |
| 2020 | 28 | 0 | 14.2 | 28 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 | 30.1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jimmie Johnson's prime?
Their statistical prime was 2007-2009 with an average performance score of 83/100.
How many seasons did Jimmie Johnson race in Cup?
Jimmie Johnson competed in 20 Cup Series seasons from 2002 to 2024.
What is a Prime Score?
A 0-100 composite metric combining wins, top-5 rate, top-10 rate, and average finish position. It measures a driver's overall performance in a given season relative to the field.