Ty Gibbs, grandson of Joe Gibbs and driver for Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), is currently facing challenges in his NASCAR Cup Series career. After 77 starts, he has yet to secure a win, drawing comparisons to previous JGR drivers like JJ Yeley, who had 78 winless starts. In the 2025 season, Gibbs’ best finish has been 16th at Daytona, followed by a crash at Atlanta (32nd), a struggle at Circuit of the Americas (34th), and a 25th-place finish at Phoenix. These performances are notably underwhelming, especially when contrasted with his teammate Christopher Bell, who has secured three wins in the first four races of the season.
The pressure is mounting on Joe Gibbs to make a decision regarding Ty’s future with the team. Despite the appointment of new crew chief Tyler Allen to stabilize performance, the anticipated improvements have yet to materialize. Some insiders speculate that benching Ty could be a consideration if results don’t improve soon. However, it’s worth noting that Ty showed promise in the previous season with a top-five finish at Circuit of the Americas and a top-10 at Las Vegas.
Adding to the competitive environment, JGR has made strategic moves by signing 18-year-old William Sawalich for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series, indicating the team’s focus on nurturing young talent. Additionally, Chase Briscoe has been confirmed to join JGR’s No. 19 Toyota Camry for the 2025 season, replacing the retiring Martin Truex Jr.
Joe Gibbs now faces the delicate balance of supporting his grandson’s development while ensuring the team’s competitive edge. The upcoming races will be critical for Ty Gibbs to demonstrate his potential and secure his position within the team.
