Number Eleven Seeds Threaten Sixes in NCAA Tournament

0:00On March 17th, every year since 2005, at least one number 11 seed has knocked off a number 6 in the first round of the NCAA, Tournament. These upsets have happened consistently, with number 11s holding a 23-21 edge over number 6s dating back to 2014. Recent memory includes UCLA reaching the final 4 in 2021, three number 11s advancing in 2022, and NC State making a Deepbron in 2024. Meanwhile, some first 4 gains could shake things up even more this year. Miami-Able Hi-O faces SMU on Wednesday to decide their number 11 matchup against Tennessee, while Texas takes on NC State to see who challenges BYU. History shows first 4 winners often push through to the second round, happening in 12 of the last 14 tournaments. Coaches and fans are buzzing about injury concerns and hot streaks that could tip the scales. Louisville's star freshman, Michele Brown Jr. has been sidelined with a back issue, and might not play against South Florida, who's riding an 11-game win streak.

1:04Teams like VCU boasts deep benches and strong free throw games, putting pressure on higher seeds that struggle on the road or boards. Experts ranked the number 6s from safest to shakiest, with Tennessee holding steady thanks to a solid first round record under Rig Barnes. BYU looks vulnerable without a key guard, dropping them near the top of upset risks, while South Florida's rebounding prowess threatens Louisville. But the biggest danger sits with North Carolina, weak on defensive rebounds and shaky away from home. VCU tops the list as the prime upset candidate against the Tar Heels, fresh off winning their conference tournament with a 10-man rotation that grinds opponents down. As these games unfold starting Friday, keep an eye on how these number 11s exploit any cracks for another March surprise. Made in A.I.