Bubba Wallace not frustrated with how Denny Hamlin raced him at Kansas

While Hamlin still finished runner-up, Wallace was forced to settle for fifth on a day where a win would've changed the complexion of his season and ensured him a Round of 8 berth. 

But Wallace — who is a Toyota teammate of Hamlin's and whose 23XI Racing Toyota is co-owned by Hamlin — didn't seem to be too upset with how things transpired on the final lap. 

"Two years ago, I'd probably say something dumb, (like) 'he's a dumbass for that move, I don't care if he's my boss or not'," Wallace told USA Network. "But we're going for the win. Hate that we gave it to Chevrolet there. 

I thought it was meant to be, and then it wasn't."

Wallace is now in a precarious position in regard to the playoff cut line. He'll enter the Round of 12 cut-off race at the Charlotte Roval 26 points below the cut line and in need of a big points day to advance.