Chase Briscoe Joins Joe Gibbs Racing After Martin Truex Jr.'s Retirement

Briscoe credits Christopher Bell for helping secure the No. 19 seat as JGR looks to rebuild after a challenging season.

Chase Briscoe will drive the No. 19 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing in 2025, following Martin Truex Jr.'s retirement at the end of the 2024 season.
Briscoe learned about his move to JGR through a slip-up by childhood friend and JGR driver Christopher Bell, who accidentally revealed the news to the media.
Joe Gibbs welcomed Briscoe to the team with a direct warning to perform, emphasizing the high expectations tied to the No. 19 car's legacy.
Briscoe's transition from Stewart-Haas Racing comes after the team announced it was selling most of its charters, leaving his NASCAR future uncertain until Bell encouraged him to pursue the JGR opportunity.
Joe Gibbs Racing aims to rebound in 2025 after ending the 2024 season without a win in its final 18 races and missing the Championship 4 for the first time since 2018.