Cash Wheeler Bio
Daniel Marshall Wheeler, professionally known as Cash Wheeler, is an American professional wrestler born on May 17, 1987, in Asheville, North Carolina. Standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing approximately 223 pounds, he has built a reputation as one of the most technically gifted tag team wrestlers of his generation. Wheeler is best known for his work alongside Dax Harwood as one-half of the celebrated tag team FTR.
Wheeler is currently signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and its sister promotion Ring of Honor (ROH), where he and Harwood are recognized as record-tying three-time AEW World Tag Team Champions. Over the course of his career, he has performed under multiple ring names, including Brett Storm, Dash Wilder, and Steven Walters, and has competed across WWE, NJPW, AAA, and various independent promotions. His career has spanned two decades, beginning in 2005.
Early Life and Background
Daniel Marshall Wheeler was born and raised in Asheville, North Carolina, where he spent his formative years developing an interest in professional wrestling. Growing up in the southern United States, Wheeler was exposed to the regional wrestling scene early, which helped shape his path toward the squared circle. The state of North Carolina has a long tradition of independent wrestling, and Wheeler took advantage of the local training opportunities available to him during his teenage years.
Wheeler began training for a professional wrestling career as a young man, learning the craft through independent promotions and wrestling schools in the southeastern United States. His dedication to the art of tag team wrestling became evident early in his development, as he often cited classic tag team wrestling as a primary influence on his in-ring style. The discipline and fundamentals he learned during this period would later become the foundation of his success in major promotions.
Path to Professional Wrestling
Wheeler made his professional wrestling debut in 2005 at the age of 18, working on the independent circuit under the ring name Steven Walters. He quickly established himself as a hardworking performer on the regional scene, most notably appearing for NWA Anarchy, where he captured both the NWA Anarchy Television Championship and the NWA Anarchy Tag Team Championship. These early titles demonstrated his versatility as both a singles and tag team competitor.
Beyond NWA Anarchy, Wheeler competed for a variety of independent promotions across the United States and abroad, including OMEGA Championship Wrestling, Resistance Pro Wrestling, and Dragon Gate USA. He also gained international experience wrestling for promotions such as All Star Wrestling and Preston City Wrestling in the United Kingdom, as well as Pro Wrestling ZERO1 in Japan. These years on the independent circuit sharpened his craft and allowed him to develop the tag team psychology that would later define his career. By 2014, his reputation had grown enough to attract the attention of WWE, leading to a developmental deal that would mark the next major chapter in his career.
Cash Wheeler Career
Early Career (2005–2014)
From 2005 to 2014, Wheeler built his foundation on the independent wrestling circuit, performing primarily under the ring name Steven Walters. His most significant achievements during this period came in NWA Anarchy, where he held the Television Championship and the Tag Team Championship. These accomplishments gave him a platform and the experience needed to eventually catch the eye of a major national promotion.
Throughout this era, Wheeler traveled extensively, wrestling in venues across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan. He competed against a wide range of opponents and developed the technical foundation and storytelling ability that would later earn him acclaim in WWE and AEW. His years on the indies also allowed him to hone his skills as a tag team specialist, working with various partners before eventually being paired with Scott Dawson in WWE.
WWE Breakthrough (2014–2020)
Wheeler signed with WWE in 2014 and reported to the WWE Performance Center, where he adopted the ring name Dash Wilder, a name suggested by legendary trainer Dusty Rhodes. He was immediately paired with Scott Dawson, and the two began performing extensively at WWE live events under the name The Mechanics before transitioning to NXT television. The duo made their NXT debut on July 17, 2014, and steadily built a reputation as one of the most disciplined and fundamentally sound tag teams in the promotion.
The team, later renamed The Revival in February 2016, captured the NXT Tag Team Championship from The Vaudevillains in November 2015 and went on to have classic matches against teams such as American Alpha and DIY. They became one of the defining acts of the NXT tag team division, engaging in memorable rivalries at NXT TakeOver: Dallas, NXT TakeOver: Toronto, and NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn II. After moving to the main roster in 2016, The Revival captured the Raw Tag Team Championship in February 2019 and the SmackDown Tag Team Championship in September 2019, becoming the first team in WWE history to hold the Raw, SmackDown, and NXT Tag Team Championships. They were released from their WWE contracts in April 2020.
All Elite Wrestling Era (2020–Present)
Wheeler made his All Elite Wrestling debut on May 27, 2020, alongside Dax Harwood, as the duo FTR. They quickly inserted themselves into the AEW tag team title picture and captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship at All Out in September 2020, defeating Kenny Omega and Hangman Page. During this period, FTR also branched out into AAA and NJPW, winning the AAA World Tag Team Championship and the IWGP Tag Team Championship, becoming triple champions across three major promotions.
Throughout 2022 and 2023, FTR held multiple championships simultaneously, including the ROH World Tag Team Championship, which they won at Supercard of Honor XV. After losing their various titles in late 2022 and early 2023, FTR regrouped and recaptured the AEW World Tag Team Championship in April 2023, beginning a second reign. They continued to defend the titles against top teams such as The Young Bucks, Aussie Open, and Jay Lethal and Jeff Jarrett, cementing their status as the standard-bearers of the AEW tag team division.
Style and Strengths
Wheeler is widely regarded as one of the most technically proficient tag team wrestlers in the industry today. His in-ring style emphasizes traditional tag team psychology, including crisp timing, smart ring positioning, and methodical pacing. Working in tandem with Dax Harwood, Wheeler excels at extended heat segments and dramatic near-falls that build toward satisfying conclusions. His commitment to the fundamentals of tag team wrestling has earned him the respect of peers and historians alike.
Notable Events and Milestones
One of the defining moments of Wheeler’s career came at All Out 2020, when he and Harwood defeated Kenny Omega and Hangman Page to win the AEW World Tag Team Championship, becoming the first team to hold tag team titles in both WWE and AEW. Another milestone occurred at Full Gear 2025, when FTR defeated Brodido to capture their record-tying third AEW World Tag Team Championship. Wheeler has also cited the rivalry between The Revival and American Alpha, including their match at NXT TakeOver: Dallas, as a personal career highlight.
Cash Wheeler Career Wins
Across multiple promotions and two decades in the industry, Cash Wheeler has compiled a championship resume that few tag team wrestlers can match. As a singles competitor, he held the NWA Anarchy Television Championship. As a tag team wrestler, he has captured the NXT Tag Team Championship, the Raw Tag Team Championship, the SmackDown Tag Team Championship, the AEW World Tag Team Championship on three occasions, the ROH World Tag Team Championship, the AAA World Tag Team Championship, the IWGP Tag Team Championship, the NWA Anarchy Tag Team Championship, and the WWE 24/7 Championship.
FTR Highlights
As one-half of FTR, Wheeler and Dax Harwood are recognized as one of the greatest tag teams in modern professional wrestling. Their first AEW World Tag Team Championship win came at All Out 2020, followed by their second title win in April 2023 and their record-tying third title win at Full Gear 2025. Beyond AEW, FTR held the ROH World Tag Team Championship, the AAA World Tag Team Championship, and the IWGP Tag Team Championship, making them one of the most decorated tag teams of the past decade.
Other Wins and Performances
On the independent circuit, Wheeler won championships in NWA Anarchy and competed for promotions across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan. In WWE, he and Scott Dawson became the first team in history to hold the Raw, SmackDown, and NXT Tag Team Championships, a feat that was unprecedented at the time. FTR also jointly held the WWE 24/7 Championship during their time in WWE.
Cash Wheeler Family
Family Background and Wrestling Lineage
Limited public information is available about Cash Wheeler’s family background and any potential wrestling lineage. He was born and raised in Asheville, North Carolina, and has since returned to live in the state after spending time in Florida. Wheeler has largely kept his personal family details out of the public eye throughout his career.
Personal Life
Wheeler currently resides in his home state of North Carolina. He has spoken openly about his professional influences and favorite matches, frequently highlighting classic tag team wrestling as a core inspiration. In 2023, Wheeler was arrested in Orange County, Florida, on a charge of aggravated assault with a firearm related to an alleged road rage incident, but the charge was dropped in May 2024. He has described the experience as one of the most difficult periods of his career, though he ultimately continued wrestling after the matter was resolved.
2025 Season Performance
Throughout 2025, Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood, competing as FTR, remained central figures in the AEW tag team division. They were part of the faction Rated FTR alongside Adam Copeland in late 2024, but tensions led to a heel turn in April 2025 after attacking Copeland at Dynasty. The group soon added Stokely as their manager and continued their pursuit of tag team gold, picking up wins over teams including The Outrunners and Daniel Garcia and Nigel McGuinness.
Despite some setbacks, including a loss to Adam Copeland and Christian Cage at All Out in September 2025, FTR ended the year on a high note. At Full Gear on November 22, 2025, FTR defeated Brodido to capture their record-tying third AEW World Tag Team Championship, solidifying their legacy as one of the premier tag teams in wrestling history. With momentum on their side and several storylines still developing, Wheeler and Harwood remain positioned as top contenders in AEW heading into the next chapter of their decorated careers.
