karrigan: “With the changes we made, it’s not about 2025 anymore” — and what that means for FaZe Clan
karrigan: “With the changes we made, it’s not about 2025 anymore” — and what that means for FaZe Clan
In a recent interview, veteran IGL karrigan spoke candidly about the transformation underway at FaZe Clan, declaring that recent changes have shifted the team’s mindset: “It’s not about 2025 anymore.” This statement — coming after months of turbulence — signals a renewed focus on long-term cohesion and identity rather than short-term fixes.
The backdrop: a rough 2025 for FaZe
2025 has been a rocky year for FaZe. Following a disappointing exit at IEM Melbourne 2025 — where they fell 0-2 to GamerLegion — karrigan admitted in earlier comments that “it’s hard to see” the path forward, describing the team’s state as chaotic and emotionally draining.
At the core of the struggles were issues with roster stability, tactical identity, communication, and role clarity. As one analyst put it, FaZe had lost the clarity of structure they once had, and the roster changes over the past year — including the departure of key players and several role swaps — only complicated matters.
One notable attempt to restore identity came earlier in 2025 when the team re-added veteran AWPer broky and later brought in young aggressor rifler jcobbb (Jakub Pietruszewski), replacing then-recent signing EliGE. According to karrigan, jcobbb’s arrival “refreshed” the team — re-introducing aggression and giving FaZe a renewed spark of potential.
In addition, the return of Twistzz to the roster was described by karrigan in another recent interview as a “tornado of fresh air,” reinforcing that FaZe was trying to rebuild around some of its core values: flexibility, firepower, aggression.
What “It’s not about 2025 anymore” means — and why now
The phrase — “With the changes we made, it’s not about 2025 anymore” — carries weight. It suggests that FaZe is stepping out of a reactive mode (where results matter immediately) and into a more strategic, sustainable long-term mode. A few aspects illustrate this shift:
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Trusting the new core long-term: Rather than cycle through players or chase quick fixes, FaZe appears committed to giving they — broky, Twistzz, jcobbb — time and stability to rebuild synergy.
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Restoring team identity and DNA: As karrigan previously said in September 2025: “We’ve brought some of that DNA back.” This suggests an effort to return to a style FaZe was once known for — aggressive, dynamic, high-risk, high-reward play.
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Communication & structure over chaos: According to karrigan, one of the main focuses recently was communication — not just tactic calling, but making sure that mid-round calls come from players who contribute, maintain clarity, and bring structure back to the team.
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Patience over pressure: By saying “it’s not about 2025 anymore,” karrigan signals they’re not under pressure to salvage this year at any cost. Instead, they are building toward future stability and success — a mindset shift that affects trainings, decision-making, and expectations.
Challenges remain — and the path ahead isn’t guaranteed
That said, while FaZe may have reset internally, there are still significant obstacles before they can reclaim elite status. Some of those were articulated by both karrigan himself and critics analyzing the team’s form:
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After several roster moves and attempts to “refresh,” individual performances and roles still show inconsistencies. For example, despite promising beginnings, new signings like EliGE (before he left) and even role changes didn’t yield the desired cohesion.
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While broky’s return brought familiarity and some stability, relying on a veteran known more for unpredictability and flair — rather than consistent top-fragging — presents risks as FaZe tries to build a stable system.
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The broader competitive environment in CS2 remains brutal. Teams across the world are also evolving, adding fresh talent, and improving tactics and synergy. As one recent analysis of 2025 roster changes argued — the “post-Major rostermania” has left few rosters untouched, making every tournament a battlefield of adaptation.
Thus, even with renewed hope, FaZe’s resurgence is not guaranteed. Success will depend on whether the team can stabilize — maintain communication, exploit their aggressive potential without collapsing — and adapt collectively.
Why this might mark a turning point for FaZe — and for karrigan’s legacy
For karrigan, a long-time veteran and captain with past successes (including a Major win and multiple deep tournament runs), this new phase may redefine his legacy. If FaZe manages to rebuild and re-ascend to top-tier competitiveness, it could become one of the most impressive mid-career turnarounds in CS2.
For the fans and the wider CS2 community, this approach represents a shift away from short-term desperation moves, toward patient reconstruction. It could prove to be a model for how even top organizations can rebuild after hard times — by re-establishing identity first, results later.
TL;DR
karrigan’s message is loud and clear: after months of turbulence and reactive roster swings, FaZe is now trying something different. “It’s not about 2025 anymore.” The team is betting on long-term cohesion, revived identity, and structural discipline — not a quick fix. Whether this will lead them back to the top remains to be seen, but for the first time in a while, there’s cautious optimism.
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