The Young Bucks Reflect on AEW Full Gear Legacy & 2025 [Exclusive]

AEW returns to Newark, New Jersey this weekend for one of its most important events of the year, Full Gear. Known for producing defining moments in the company’s history, the pay-per-view once again puts tag team and trios wrestling at the center of the spotlight. Few performers embody that vision more than Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, whose legacy at Full Gear continues to grow.

The Young Bucks and Full Gear: A Defining Connection

For the Jackson brothers, Full Gear has become more than just another event on the calendar. Over the years, it has served as the stage for career-defining matches, emotional moments, and major turning points alongside longtime partners and rivals.

A Pay-Per-View Built on Tag Team Excellence

From the start of AEW, the goal was clear: make tag team wrestling a main-event attraction. While that vision faced challenges over time, the division has undergone a strong resurgence over the past year. This year’s Full Gear card reflects that renewed focus, featuring multiple tag team bouts alongside a marquee trios match.

Why Tag Team Wrestling Matters in AEW

The Jacksons believe tag team wrestling offers something unique that singles matches cannot replicate pace, psychology, and layered storytelling.

The Art of Tag Wrestling

• Faster tempo and constant motion

• Deeper storytelling through teamwork

• Emotional crowd investment

They see the recent resurgence of the division as proof that tag wrestling can once again steal the show on major pay-per-views.

Elevating the Division Through Competition

Several teams have played key roles in revitalizing AEW’s tag landscape. Consistent performances, fresh matchups, and friendly competition have raised the bar across the board.

A Rising Standard

With multiple teams pushing each other weekly, the division has entered a cycle where performers are constantly trying to outdo their previous best. This competitive environment has helped redefine expectations for televised tag matches.

Women’s Tag Team Championships: A Long-Awaited Step

Another major milestone arrives with the introduction of women’s tag team titles. The move reflects the original vision of making tag wrestling central across all divisions.

Expanding the Spotlight

The addition allows more talent to shine, adds depth to storytelling, and reinforces tag wrestling as a foundational element of the company.

Iconic Full Gear Moments That Shaped a Legacy

Some of the Young Bucks’ most memorable career moments occurred at this very event from emotional returns to historic title wins and unforgettable entrances.

Matches That Still Resonate

• First championship victories

• Emotional crowd reactions during limited-attendance shows

• Entrances that became instant classics

Each appearance has added another layer to their ongoing story.

The Special Meaning of Reuniting as a Trio

Sharing the ring with longtime allies on a major pay-per-view is something the Jacksons do not take lightly. They acknowledge that these moments are increasingly rare and treat each one as special.

Reinvention, Risk, and Character Evolution

Over the past year, the Young Bucks have leaned heavily into character reinvention shifting from powerful authority figures to struggling, humbled antagonists.

Embracing the Journey

This dramatic transformation has allowed them to explore new creative territory, showing physical and emotional change while staying central to weekly storytelling.

The “Washed” Phase and Fan Expectations

At one point, the brothers intentionally slowed their in-ring style. While the experiment had narrative purpose, it challenged fan expectations built over two decades.

Learning From the Shift

• Fans expect high-octane performances

• Style changes can be misunderstood

• Adaptation is part of longevity

Ultimately, they recognized that their strength lies in fast-paced, high-impact matches driven by teamwork.

Balancing Performance and Longevity

As their careers mature, physical health has become a priority. Fitness, recovery, and pacing are now just as important as delivering unforgettable matches.

Pushing Forward, Carefully

Despite experimenting with slowing down, the brothers admitted that their instinct is always to push the limits because that’s where they thrive.

Looking Ahead to Full Gear

As AEW Full Gear approaches, the Young Bucks remain proud of their past, energized by the present, and motivated by what’s still to come. Their connection to the event, the division, and each other continues to shape AEW’s identity.