Some interesting posts on Friday on
Over the past two weeks there has been a lot of speculation about what is in the boxes on Raw and SmackDown. A popular choice among fans is AEW alumni Danhausen. A guy who was reportedly set to become a free agent in the coming months. Well, some of his posts today might suggest that he is free from all the shackles of aristocracy. Both can be found below.
While his original deal was set to expire in July 2025, the promotion reportedly added injury time in 2023 due to a torn pectoral muscle, extending the agreement to February 2026. According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, the extension was made against Danhausen's wishes, as he requested that the company not pick up his injury-time option.
Danhausen did not appear on AEW or ROH television throughout 2025, with his last television appearance coming at ROH Final Battle in late 2024. Despite being under contract, he has been active on the independent scene, fueling rumors that his relationship with AEW management has become strained.
The "freedom" themed tweets immediately connected to a major story going on in WWE. For weeks, an unmarked wooden box has been traveling between Raw and SmackDown, with General Managers Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis under strict instructions not to open the box until February 28—the date of Elimination Chamber in Chicago.
Due to Danhausen's real-life friendship with CM Punk and his mercurial appeal, he has emerged as a personal betting favorite inside the box. According to WrestleVotes Radio, WWE officials have internally discussed adding Danhausen to the NXT brand, where his character-driven style is expected to flourish.
Mike Johnson of PWInsider confirmed that AEW has not included Danhausen in creative plans for months, clearing the way for his exit. There has been no indication that Jericho's AEW status has changed, as he remains on the roster page.
