Burroughs, a junior from Sicklerville, N.J., is one of seven Huskers undefeated on the season after he claimed two dual wins and an open tournament championship. An All-American last year at 149 pounds, Burroughs has moved to 157 pounds with relative ease this season. He opened with a 17-7 major decision over No. 19 Joey Knox in NU's dual win over Chattanooga on Nov. 20, and followed with an impressive performance at the Kaufman-Brand Open on Nov. 22. Burroughs went 4-0 on the day and knocked off former NCAA champion and sixth-ranked Dustin Schlatter of Minnesota 6-4 in the finals to take the title. Burroughs, previously 0-3 in his career against Schlatter, was named the Outstanding Wrestler of the tournament.
Burroughs most recently earned an 18-7 major decision versus Oregon State's Jon Brascetta in NU's 34-8 dual win over the Beavers on Nov. 29. Burroughs stands at 6-0 on the season, including 2-0 in duals, with three major decisions and one pin. He has racked up 15 takedowns in his two dual appearances.
The Huskers continue their season at the Las Vegas Invitational this weekend. Wrestling at the two-day tournament begins at 11 a.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center on Friday and Saturday.
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