Dash Wilder

Daniel Marshall Wheeler, known to fans as Cash Wheeler, is an American professional wrestler who has built a reputation as one of the finest tag team specialists of his generation. Born May 17, 1987, in Asheville, North Carolina, Wheeler currently performs in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as one half of the celebrated duo FTR alongside Dax Harwood. Together, they have held tag team championships in every major promotion they have stepped into, including a record-tying three AEW World Tag Team Championship reigns, the IWGP Tag Team Championship in New Japan Pro-Wrestling, the AAA World Tag Team Championship, and the ROH World Tag Team Championship.

Before arriving in AEW, Wheeler spent six years in WWE under the ring name Dash Wilder, where he and Harwood (then Scott Dawson) competed as The Revival. They became the first team in WWE history to win the NXT, Raw, and SmackDown Tag Team Championships, a feat known as the WWE Tag Team Triple Crown. Their old-school, technical style and no-nonsense attitude have earned them a devoted following among fans who appreciate traditional tag team wrestling.

Wheeler is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished tag team wrestlers in the world today. His chemistry with Harwood, combined with their mutual respect for wrestling history, has made FTR a must-watch act. As of 2026, Wheeler continues to compete at a high level in AEW and Ring of Honor, defending the legacy of tag team wrestling with every match.[edit]

Wheeler grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, where he developed a deep love for professional wrestling as a child. He was particularly drawn to the technical style of teams like The Midnight Express and The Brain Busters, which would later shape his own in-ring approach. After graduating high school, he pursued wrestling training at a local school, making his independent circuit debut in 2008.

To support himself while training, Wheeler worked a variety of jobs, including construction and retail. He competed on the North Carolina independent scene for several years, honing his craft in small venues. In 2014, his hard work paid off when he signed a developmental contract with WWE and reported to the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. There, he was paired with Scott Dawson, and the two quickly clicked, forming the foundation of what would become The Revival.[edit]

Wheeler's breakthrough came in 2016 when The Revival won the NXT Tag Team Championship for the first time, defeating Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady on January 13. They held the titles for 164 days before losing them, then regained them in October, holding them for another 71 days. In 2017, The Revival moved to WWE's main roster on Raw, where they continued their dominance. They won the Raw Tag Team Championship in February 2018 and the SmackDown Tag Team Championship in September 2019, making history as the first WWE Tag Team Triple Crown winners.

Dissatisfied with WWE's creative direction, Wheeler and Harwood left the company in April 2020 and debuted in AEW the following month under the name FTR. They immediately inserted themselves into the tag team title picture, winning the AEW World Tag Team Championship in September 2020 by defeating Kenny Omega and Adam Page. Over the next three years, they added the AAA World Tag Team Championship (2020), the IWGP Tag Team Championship (2022), and the ROH World Tag Team Championship (2023) to their collection. In 2023, they won the AEW tag titles two more times, tying the record for most reigns. Wheeler's 2023 was also marked by a legal issue: he was arrested in July on an aggravated assault charge stemming from a road rage incident, but the charge was dropped in March 2024. He has remained a top tag team competitor in AEW and ROH ever since.[edit]

Wheeler and Harwood are known for their throwback, no-nonsense personas. In the ring, Wheeler is the intense, technical powerhouse, while Harwood provides the brash charisma. Their style is heavily influenced by 1980s and 1990s tag teams, and they often dress in classic wrestling gear like leather vests and tights. FTR fanbase is passionate, often chanting Top Guys during their entrances. On social media, Wheeler is active on Twitter and Instagram, where he shares match highlights, training photos, and occasional glimpses into his family life. He is perceived by fans and peers alike as a serious, dedicated wrestler who prioritizes the art of tag team wrestling above all else.[edit]

Cash Wheeler, known to millions as Dash Wilder during his WWE days, is not currently ranked among the world's most famous people by iFANN's Global Fame Engine. As of August 2026, he has been evaluated but remains unranked, meaning he does not hold a placement in the Global Top 1,000 or any Top-100 scope list. That may come as a surprise to the legions of fans who chant "Top Guys" at every AEW event, but the numbers simply don't place him there yet.

His fanbase, though vocal, has no formal name. There's no "Wilderites" or "Wheeler Nation", just passionate wrestling fans who rally behind FTR's old-school ethos. They organize organically on social media, where Wheeler's Instagram (@cashwheelerftr) boasts over 167,000 followers, and his X account, active since 2009, keeps them updated. These fans have proven influential, especially during the team's WWE exit and AEW arrival, when their online chatter helped shape the narrative.

Inside jokes abound, like the recurring jab at the rejected WWE costumes that The Young Bucks famously mocked in 2020. Fans also celebrate Wheeler's Southern roots, he describes himself as "Old Fort raised", and his commitment to tag team wrestling that eschews flips for substance. They've launched no billboards or charity drives, but their devotion shows in match support and merchandise sales, making them a formidable force in wrestling discourse.[edit]

Dash Wilder's ring name was a mashup of "Dash," reflecting his love of running, and "Wilder," a nod to actor Gene Wilder. He's a licensed pilot, a skill he pursued outside the ring. His amateur wrestling background underpins his technical style, and he and Dax Harwood often borrow from classic teams like the Midnight Express and the Brain Busters. Their signature finisher, the Shatter Machine, is a double-team maneuver they perfected, and Wheeler's sliding lariat is a fan favorite.

One story fans still retell: Wheeler once knocked out the man who attacked Bret Hart, a moment that became instant legend. In May 2020, The Young Bucks wore costumes parodying WWE's rejected Revival ideas, sparking a viral exchange that FTR answered publicly. That same month, FTR's AEW debut, saving The Young Bucks, was a landmark moment. The origin of the name "FTR" itself is folklore: Cody Rhodes later admitted he probably shouldn't have started it, and trademark filings reportedly floated "Fear The Revolt" before settling on FTR. A darker chapter came in August 2023, when Wheeler was arrested for aggravated assault with a firearm, a verified event that cast a shadow over his career.[edit]

Wheeler married Dani Wheeler in 2018. The couple keeps their personal life relatively private, but Wheeler often credits Dani as a key source of support throughout his career. They have one daughter, born in 2021. The family resides in North Carolina. Wheeler has not publicly shared details about his parents or siblings, but he has described his upbringing in Asheville as a typical small-town childhood centered around family and sports.[edit]

Wheeler's career is inseparable from Dax Harwood, his tag team partner since 2014. The two have achieved everything together. He is also close friends with Shawn Spears, a fellow NXT alumnus. In AEW, FTR was managed by Tully Blanchard, a legendary wrestler from the Four Horsemen. Wheeler has cited Bret Hart as a major influence and has occasionally collaborated with him on projects.[edit]

Wheeler married Dani Wheeler in 2018. The couple had a private wedding ceremony. They welcomed their first child, a daughter, in 2021. Wheeler has not been publicly linked to anyone else before his marriage. He and Dani are known to be a supportive, low-key couple. As of 2026, they remain married and live in North Carolina.[edit]

iFANN's editorial analysis currently estimates Cash Wheeler's net worth at $2.5 million. His primary income is his AEW contract, reported to pay between $500,000 and $1 million annually, with bonuses for pay-per-view appearances and merchandise royalties. During his WWE run (2014–2020), he earned an estimated $150,000 to $300,000 per year. FTR merchandise, t-shirts, hats, action figures, generates significant royalties. Wheeler also appears at independent wrestling conventions and signings. He owns a home in North Carolina. His net worth has grown steadily since joining AEW, reflecting the team's top-tier status.[edit]

Wheeler has won multiple tag team championships across WWE, AEW, NJPW, AAA, and ROH. He and Harwood were the first WWE Tag Team Triple Crown winners. They also won the 2016 NXT Year-End Award for Tag Team of the Year and were ranked #1 in the PWI Top 50 Tag Teams in 2020.[edit]