Joe Gibbs Racing faces significant challenges heading into the 2025 NASCAR season after implementing major changes to improve their competitive edge. Despite winning six races in 2024, the team failed to reach the Championship 4, prompting substantial organizational shifts.

Key Changes for 2025:

• Chris Gabehart moves from crew chief to competition director
• Three of four teams have new personnel configurations
• New driver-crew chief pairings aim to enhance performance

Team Breakdown:

No. 11 Team - Denny Hamlin & Chris Gayle

• Hamlin seeks elusive Cup Series championship
• 54 career wins but no championships
• New partnership with Gayle presents fresh opportunity

No. 19 Team - Chase Briscoe & James Small

• Briscoe joins from Stewart-Haas Racing
• Small aims to prove success beyond Truex Jr. era
• High expectations for improved performance

No. 20 Team - Christopher Bell & Adam Stevens

• Only unchanged pairing in the organization
• Eight wins in past three seasons
• Two Championship 4 appearances in three years
• Bell granted more freedom for dirt racing

No. 54 Team - Ty Gibbs & Tyler Allen

• Gibbs still seeking first Cup win
• Allen debuts as Cup Series crew chief
• Focus on improving 17.4 average finish from 2024

The organization's last championship came in 2019 with Kyle Busch, making these changes crucial for returning to championship contention. Success will depend on how quickly these new partnerships can develop chemistry and deliver results on track.

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