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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 15 MIN

SportsWrap Spotlight: NCAA Tournament Bracket Breakdown, St. John’s Seed Debate & Upset Picks

from SportsWrap with Jason Page · host Jason Page, Sam Yarnell, Bill Bender

In this edition of the SportsWrap Spotlight, Jason Page and Sam Yarnell are joined by Bill Bender of The Sporting News for a deep dive into the newly revealed Field of 68 for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. With the March Madness bracket now set, the guys break down the biggest surprises from Selection Sunday, the most controversial seeding decisions, and which teams may have gotten a favorable — or brutal — draw. Inside this episode, we discuss: Bill Bender’s biggest takeaways from the bracket reveal Whether St. John’s got a raw deal as a No. 5 seed in one of the toughest regions Which First Four games deserve the most attention Whether Michigan and North Carolina fans should be worried Which top seeds are most vulnerable to an early upset How UConn may respond after a disappointing Big East Tournament showing as a No. 2 seed Thoughts on Penny Hardaway returning to Memphis If you’re filling out your bracket, looking for upset alerts, or trying to make sense of the committee’s decisions, this episode is packed with insight. Subscribe to SportsWrap with Jason Page for daily sports coverage and exclusive SportsWrap Spotlight conversations. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates.Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bill Bender joins us to break down the NCAA Tournament bracket, including the biggest surprises, toughest draws, and the teams most vulnerable to an upset. We also discuss St. John’s seeding, key First Four matchups, UConn’s outlook, and what Penny Hardaway’s return means for Memphis.

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