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DENVER — I just got my bracket filled out. 

A few notes…

I have Iowa State going to the Sweet 16 and losing to Virginia (that would be an incredible matchup). In the Midwest, I am actually taking Little Rock to upset Purdue in the 12-5 game but even if the Boilermakers aren’t upset, I’ll still take the Cyclones in the Round of 32. 

— I’ve got Kansas and Oklahoma meeting in the Final Four. As much of a Buddy Hield and Lon Kruger fan as I am, putting that team to go that far really scares me. However the way the bracket played out, I like the Sooners going to Houston. It would be incredible if those two teams actually did meet in the Final Four. So much fun. 

— On the other side, it’s North Carolina and Virginia repping the ACC. This would be pretty poetic, as these are the best two leagues in America. Hopefully the Big 12 proves it when it matters this time around. 

— I don’t think that West Virginia is an Elite 8 team, but that’s the way the bracket played out. I do believe that Baylor is one though. My thought: Baylor has to get by Yale in a scary Round of 64 matchup. If they do that, I really like the Bears to top Duke in the second round. 

— All in all, this year’s bracket was brutal to fill out. I know I’m too high on the Big 12 but I really think that the league got a bunch of great draws. 

Have fun this week! 

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Chris Williams
Chris Williamshttp://www.CycloneFanatic.com
Chris is the Publisher of Cyclone Fanatic, one of the largest independent college sports media outlets in the country, and the Founder of Iowa Everywhere, a statewide digital platform dedicated to telling Iowa’s stories through sports and culture. A trusted voice for Cyclone fans, Williams has covered Iowa State athletics across print, radio, television, and digital media, earning a reputation as both a storyteller and community builder. Born and raised in Clarinda, Iowa, Williams also happens to be a devoted motorsports fan, country music enthusiast, and weekend pitmaster. He lives in central Iowa with his wife Ashley, their daughters Camryn and Elyse, and the family dog Diffie, who collectively keep him busier than a Big 12 schedule.

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