March Madness Meter & The NFL Combine Dying?

On this episode of First and 16, we break down which college basketball teams look truly ready to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament—from dominant No. 1 seeds to dangerous mid-major sleepers that could bust your bracket. We analyze roster experience, guard play, coaching, and momentum heading into March. Then we shift to the football world and ask a big question: Is the NFL Combine losing its relevance? With players skipping drills, prioritizing Pro Days, and protecting draft stock, we examine how the path to the NFL Draft is evolving—and whether the Combine still matters to teams. College hoops heat. Draft drama. Let's get into it.