The Voice season 25 is on to the Knockout Roungs — which means it’s time for the coaches to trim down their teams!

Returning coaches Reba McEntire, John Legend and Chance the Rapper are joined by first-timers Dan + Shay this season, and following the Blind Auditions and Battle Rounds, the coaches have to make the tough call in the Knockouts, pairing two of their singers together to sing a song of their choice — and then picking a winner to continue on to the Playoffs.

ET caught up with the season 25 coaches ahead of the premiere, where they shared what it’s been like to welcome The Voice‘s first-ever coaching duo to the competition.

“They give great notes. They’re really good,” Reba praised. “They’re knowledgeable about the business but they also have a lot of heart and that’s what they’re going for.”

Despite the good vibes, however, the coaches are still plenty competitive. With Niall Horan stepping away this season after winning back-to-back titles, the Voice trophy is up for grabs — and there’s a better-than-average chance it could go to a first-time champion, as only John has won the competition before.

“It’s getting heated out there for sure,” Shay revealed.

“That’s why we’re here,” Reba agreed.

Check out the full list of season 25 competitors below and watch all of their Blind Auditions!

TEAM REBA

L. Rodgers – advanced to Playoffs by winning Playoff Pass

Tae Lewis

Josh Sanders

Zeya Rae

Justin & Jeremy Garcia – stolen from Team Dan + Shay during Battle Rounds