NASCAR Truck Series driver Matt Mills found himself in a terrifying situation during the Baptist Health 200 for the Craftsman Truck Series. After a fiery wreck involving rival Connor Jones, Mills was taken to the hospital for evaluation. Thankfully, he managed to escape his burning truck before being taken away for medical attention, giving fans a short sigh of relief.

The incident led to tensions escalating on the track, particularly for Jones, who was vocal about his frustrations over the race dynamics. Before the collision, he vented over the team radio, exclaiming, “I’m getting fing run over, left and right. I’m done.” Those feelings were understandable, as the heat of competition mixed with the intensity of the moment led to a hard hit between the two drivers.

NASCAR officials didn’t waste any time responding to the incident. Jones was immediately served a two-lap penalty, which ruined his chance at a top finish. Meanwhile, fans and other teams worry about Mills’ condition as there have been no further updates from him following the hospital visit.

To announce the incident to the world, Niece Motorsports put out a post on X stating, “Matt Mills, driver of the No. 42 J.F. Electric/Utilitra Chevrolet for Niece Motorsports in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, is being transported to a local hospital for further observation after contact during today’s race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Additional updates will be forthcoming, with no additional comments at this time.”

This incident comes just a month after Mills signed a contract for the 2025 season with Niece Motorsports. “I’m hoping to carry that on through the next few races and into the 2025 season,” Mills had said at the time, showcasing his determination and optimism. Niece Motorsports’ general manager, Cody Efaw, was extremely happy when Mills decided to sign with the team. It was Mills’ fresh driver mindset that Efaw values, as he believes that the driver is ready to take on the Truck Series.

As fans and other competitors alike hold their breath for news on Mills, many are praying for the driver’s recovery in their hearts. While some are praying for the driver’s well-being in their hearts, others are being more vocal about it in the X post’s comments section.

Prayers and love sent for Matt Mills after his scary wreck at Homestead

Fans were visibly worried about Matt Mills’s condition after seeing how serious the crash was. Many started praying for the driver and hoping for his well-being in the comments. One commenter posted, “Hoping all will be ok & @mattmillsracing will be good to go for next week at Martinsville. ” This fan seems more on the positive side, as they expect Matt Mills to get back behind the wheel next weekend.

This fan was quite concerned about the way Connor Jones intentionally wrecked Matt Mills at Homestead. The incident sparked their curiosity as they wanted to know, “Can a NASCAR driver sue another driver if they get injured in a crash that was caused intentionally?” 

Others kept it short but heartfelt, chiming in with “Sending prayers” and “Praying for a speedy recovery.” Those quick, genuine responses showed how, in moments like these, fans really come together, all rooting for a driver’s recovery.

But while some were focusing on Mills, others had plenty to say about Connor Jones, who was involved in the wreck. One fan went straight to the point, writing, “Park Jones for the rest of the season.” They weren’t holding back, making it clear they felt Jones needed a timeout for what they saw as reckless behavior that went way too far.

With the way the wreck looks, do you think that Connor Jones crossed a line? Feel free to share your thoughts on the wreck along with your prayers for Mills in the comments below.