Kevin Harvick Calls Out Three JGR Drivers Who Must Win in 2025
NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick has put three Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) drivers on notice, stating that they must deliver victories in the 2025 season to justify their place in the powerhouse team. With JGR consistently competing at the highest level, Harvick believes that anything less than wins from these drivers would be a disappointment.
Harvick, now a respected analyst after retiring from full-time racing, pointed to Martin Truex Jr., Ty Gibbs, and Christopher Bell as the three drivers under the most pressure heading into 2025.
- Martin Truex Jr.: The 2017 Cup Series champion remains a strong competitor, but with retirement rumors swirling, Harvick believes he must prove he’s still a title contender by getting back to Victory Lane. Truex went winless in 2023 before bouncing back in 2024, but consistency remains key for the veteran.
- Ty Gibbs: Entering his third full-time season in the Cup Series, the grandson of team owner Joe Gibbs has shown flashes of potential but has yet to secure his first Cup Series win. Harvick insists that 2025 is a make-or-break year for Gibbs, as expectations continue to rise.
- Christopher Bell: Despite being a playoff contender, Bell needs to convert strong performances into more wins. Harvick argues that being a top-10 driver isn’t enough at JGR—championship-caliber results are expected.
With Denny Hamlin remaining a dominant force in the JGR lineup, Harvick’s assessment suggests that Truex, Gibbs, and Bell must step up to keep pace. As the 2025 NASCAR season approaches, all three drivers will be under scrutiny to prove they belong among the sport’s elite.
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