Keep in mind that not every wrestler invited to the Metro Classic will opt to accept the invitation. It could be that Pursel has prior obligations or that he simply chooses not to take part in the Metro. It's happened before that stud wrestlers either decide that they do not want to compete or that they have prior obligations - track, baseball tryouts, etc. Last year, I believe Dave Ehret of Washburn Rural was asked but he decided not to do it - I'm guessing that it was his involvement with baseball and other activities.