Oklahoma State wrestling head coach David Taylor has always seen impactful duals as another traditional match, even when it's a top-five showdown.
That's the challenge the No. 3 Cowboys (7-0) will face Sunday when they host No. 5 North Carolina State (6-0) at Gallagher-Iba Arena for their highest-ranked matchup so far this season.
"(NC State) has been a really household name over the last four years, and they have a good dual team," Taylor said. "They're bringing the energy here. (NC State) coach (Pat) Popolizio is an alumnus here at Oklahoma State. It's alumni weekend here as well.