Rankings

Iconic play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti builds his 2026 March Madness bracket, featuring two Cinderella stories and a deep run from his hometown team

CBS analyst and former Texas Tech coach Chris Walker makes his picks for the 2026 NCAA Tournament. His field features a handful of key upsets and a chaotic run for the Red Raiders.

Broadcaster Dalen Cuff makes his picks for March Madness 2026. The former Ivy League guard shoulders Penn and picks a champion from the SEC.

Sportscaster Tim Brando makes his picks for the NCAA Tournament. Brando called the legendary 2008 quadruple-upset, so it should come as no surprise that none of this year's No. 1 seeds make his Final Four.

Hoops HQ's lead bracketologist correctly predicted 67/68 teams within one seed. Can he maintain the magic for the rest of the NCAA Tournament?

Hoops HQ's SEC correspondent makes his (unbiased) picks for the 2026 NCAA Tournament. This year, he isn't anticipating a Southeastern sweep.

Can the Gators repeat? Can Houston conquer its demons? Can Nebraska win its first-ever NCAA game?

The No. 1 seeds are no surprise: UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas. And it won’t be a surprise if they all meet again at the Final Four.

The Wildcats haven’t been past the Sweet Sixteen since 2014-15 and haven’t been to the Final Four since 2000-01. Is this the year that changes?

From elite defenses like Michigan and Iowa State to high-powered offenses like Alabama and Texas Tech, the Midwest region has a fascinating mix of teams

Ready for March Madness? Editor in Chief Seth Davis breaks down the NCAA Tournament bracket with deep insight and analysis.