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Where Joe Lunardi’s latest bracketology has the Hogs dancing
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Where Joe Lunardi’s latest bracketology has the Hogs dancing

  • Lunardi's latest projection has Arkansas as a six-seed in the NCAA Tournament, with a first-round game against Akron in Oklahoma City.
  • Potential second-round opponent could be Hawaii or Houston, based on Lunardi's bracket.
  • Arkansas faces Houston again in the Never Forget Tribute Classic in Newark on Dec. 20.
  • Lunardi’s projection includes eight SEC teams in the field, with Florida also in the West Region.
  • Other SEC teams in Lunardi’s field include Auburn, Kentucky, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Vanderbilt.
  • Arkansas has two remaining high-profile non-conference tests before SEC play heats up.
  • The Texas Tech game tips at 11 a.m. on Saturday and will air on ESPN2.
  • Bracket projections remain dynamic as the season progresses, offering opportunities to change the seed.
  • Lunardi’s latest bracketology update keeps Arkansas in the mix for an at-large bid.
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2026 NCAA Tournament Predictions: Fresh Bracketology as non-conference play continues
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sports10h ago

2026 NCAA Tournament Predictions: Fresh Bracketology as non-conference play continues

  • Michigan is projected as the No. 1 overall seed early in the bracketology field as non-conference results shape the bracket.
  • Purdue remains a top contender but drops in seed position due to a first loss and regional placement concerns.
  • Iowa State is highlighted for significant weight in analytics, moving onto the 1-seed line after key wins.
  • Gonzaga is noted for building a strong non-conference resume and remaining high in analytic models.
  • Duke and UConn are positioned among top seeds, reinforcing a familiar perch for strong programs in bracketology.
  • UConn's rise to the 2-seed line reflects momentum from multiple big wins and strong resumes.
  • Arizona is highlighted in the East as a top seed candidate with a strong resume and high computer numbers.
  • The bracketology update emphasizes the ongoing impact of non-conference results on seed placement.
  • The piece outlines specific matchups and seed lines across regions to illustrate the projected field.
  • The article highlights Purdue's head-to-head implications against Iowa State as a factor in seed movements.
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