David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 19/06/2026The NCAA will soon announce another host site for the opening round of the 2027 NCAA Tournament Denver/Las Vegas did not submit bids, I'm told. The idea seems to be another mid-size city like Dayton. Among those that submitted bids: Albuquerque Boise Des Moines Omaha Sioux Falls Wichita 120
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 18/06/2026With college basketball rosters mostly set, here's how the CBS Sports Bracketology model sizes things up as of June. 021
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Vanderbilt & Michigan State: both No. 4 seeds in Feb. 21 bracket preview. Since: MSU: 1 Q1A win (2 wins over NCAAT teams). Rose to a 3. Vandy: 3 Q1A wins (4 wins over NCAAT teams). FELL to a 5 Brand bias at its worst. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comGrading the NCAA Tournament selection committee: Vanderbilt a huge miss, Auburn and Miami (Ohio) good callsHere's what the committee got right -- and what it missed -- in building the final 68-team bracket 122
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 15/03/2026The No. 2 seed debate is more interesting than the No. 1 seed debate. Houston and UConn seem like No. 2 seed locks. So how will the committee sort through this cluster for the last No. 2 seeds, especially with Vandy and Purdue in action today? 020
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 14/03/2026A potential nightmare for bubble teams is developing in the A10 with Dayton taking out Saint Louis. If Dayton beats VCU in the title game, a 3-bid A10 could be possible. 030
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 14/03/2026A look at 41-50 in Wins Above Bubble— AKA the Danger Zone — entering Saturday’s action. WAB sounds like nerdy analytics gobbledygook, but it’s actually a resume tool based on who you beat/didn’t beat It is massively impactful in the committee room. 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 13/03/2026Miami is No. 37 in WAB after all of yesterday’s results. Safely in. The alphabet soup of metrics can be exhausting. But WAB is results-based and huge in the committee room. It allows for the comparison of teams that played vastly different schedules. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comWhy college basketball fans should master Wins Above Bubble: WAB is new factor in NCAA Tournament selectionIf you only have the bandwidth to master one metric before Selection Sunday, consider learning WAB 120
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 13/03/2026After beating Texas A&M 83-63, Oklahoma is now the last team in, according to CBS Sports Bracketology. 011
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 12/03/2026Oklahoma State: can we interest you in a mid-March trip to Dayton, Ohio? Spots are available! 020
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 10/03/2026Here are the target rounds that every bubble team needs to reach in their respective conference tournaments. With the caveat, of course, that every bid thief and every bubble result impacts the calculus in some way. Buckle up! www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comBracketology Bubble Watch: Conference tournament targets of every at-large hopeful for 2026 NCAA TournamentHere's a rundown of what each bubble team needs to accomplish in conference tournament action 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 08/03/2026A peek inside the late-night commiseration of our Slack channel over who should be the last at-large team in a messy Bracketology bubble picture. Surprise, it's Stanford (for now). Bid thieves, please save us. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comInside the bubble debate: CBS Sports writers argue over the final NCAA Tournament at-large bidCBS Sports' college basketball writers kicked around a hypothetical: If the bracket were set today, which bubble team would deserve the final NCAA Tournament at-large bid? 001
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 08/03/2026The official 2026 ACC Tournament bracket. Bubble action on Tuesday this year with SMU fighting for its at-large life. 050
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 07/03/2026NC State's problems go beyond its own horrendous slide (6 losses in 7 games) Its best three wins are also depreciating in value. Beating Clemson and SMU is no longer impressive, and the UNC victory came when Henri Veesaar was out. 011
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 07/03/2026The Luke Loucks regime at Florida State is showing some legit promise that might go overlooked since the 'Noles won't be dancing. Give that program a little $ and see what he can do. 110
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 03/03/2026TCU and UCLA can add some gold plating to their NCAA Tournament resumes on Tuesday night. More on the Horned Frogs, Bruins and every other bubble team in action on Tuesday 👇 www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comBracketology Bubble Watch: UCLA, TCU among NCAA Tournament at-large hopefuls with massive Tuesday gamesSeveral bubble teams will be in action on a busy Tuesday night along the NCAA Tournament cut line 001
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 01/03/2026The tournament expansion talk always feels icky around this time when you realize just how unimpressive some of these bubbly high-major teams are. 050
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 01/03/2026Every game brings a 0-1 WAB score, depending on outcome/opponent/location. Winning @ Duke brings a +0.95~ WAB boost (the average bubble team would only win that game 5% of the time). Losing at Duke would bring -0.05~ WAB hit, reflecting that the average bubble team would lose 95% of the time. 120
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 01/03/2026Forecasting roughly a 5-9 spot drop in WAB for Auburn after a Quad 3 home loss to Ole Miss. Tigers will probably be in the 47-50 range (fringe at-large territory) in that vital resume metric come morning. Bubble is starting to get awfully mushy. 220
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 12/02/2026What impact will Charles Bediako's 5-game stint have on Alabama's NCAA Tournament resume? Not much. Unless the committee goes rogue and grabs the scepter of justice while Greg Byrne is literally standing outside the room waiting to be admitted back in. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comWhy you shouldn't expect the NCAA Tournament selection committee to punish Alabama for playing Charles BediakoBediako played five games for the Crimson Tide before being ruled ineligible. What impact will that unusual midseason stint have on Alabama's NCAA Tournament resume and the rest of the SEC? 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 08/02/2026Following its win at Ohio State, Michigan is back to No. 1 at KenPom. It’s going to be No. 1 in WAB tomorrow. Was already No. 1 in KPI and Torvik. Could also be No. 1 in the NET. Seven of its eight wins since the Wisconsin loss have come by double-digits. Wagon. 000
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Texas Tech took first place in my 2024 and 2025 college basketball “ghost roster” rankings. There is a new king in 2026. Here's the 1-10 breakdown of which programs have the best ex-players still hooping. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comPounded by portal: Illinois, North Carolina among teams hit hard by players transferring outYou could field a good team comprised solely of the outbound transfers from the 'ghost roster' of these schools 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 24/01/2026An overview of how the CBS Sports Bracketology model sees the high-major conference hierarchy entering action on Jan. 24. 020
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 20/01/2026Like Indiana 🏈, Nebraska 🏀 is a Big Ten team with virtually no history that is doing remarkable things on the national stage. The unbeaten Cornhuskers are a No. 2 seed in the CBS Sports Bracketology model's latest sim. Full 68-team field 👇 www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comBracketology: Undefeated Nebraska could follow Indiana's CFP pathThe Cornhuskers have never won an NCAA Tournament game but are still undefeated 110
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Hard to overstate how important Saturday’s game at Santa Clara is for Saint Mary’s The CBS Sports Bracketology model projects the Gaels’ selection percentage at 83% with a win but just 16.2% with a loss. More in our latest Bracketology update 👇 www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comBracketology: Duke, UConn rise to No. 1 seeds in NCAA Tournament projectionAs the list of unbeaten teams dwindled this week, it resulted in a shake-up on the No. 1 seed line 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 15/01/2026The @cbssportscbb.bsky.social Bracketology hub is LIVE. Bookmark for regular updates from CBS Sports' advanced model. -- UConn in for Vanderbilt as a No. 1 seed -- Texas IN after back-to-back wins vs. Vandy/Bama. -- Wisconsin continues rising 📈 Full field 👇 www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.com2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket Predictions - Bracketology - College Basketball - CBSSports.comCBS Sports is helping you get ready for March Madness with the latest news, picks, and predictions for the 2026 NCAA Basketball Tournament Bracket. 131
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 21/08/2025Who are college football's 10 most overrated programs of the past decade? The top 8 are still searching for their CFP debuts. And it's not due to a lack of trying. Full list: www.cbssports.com/college-foot...cbssports.comNo, you're overrated: A study of college football's 10 most overhyped teams over the last decadeThe money was there. The recruits were there. The wins? Over an average of the last 10 years, not so much. 001
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 15/08/2025In a media gaggle this week, Kentucky AD Mitch Barnhart didn’t completely shut down the idea of a basketball game at Kroger Field. It got us thinking at @cbssportscbb.bsky.social: what would be the best outdoor venues for college hoops? www.cbssports.com/college-bask... 000
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 08/04/2025There were two Walter Claytons on a confetti-filled court. One wore a net. The other wore the beaming expression of a parent watching their namesake reach heights that most can only dream of. "He bet on himself, and look where we're at." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comWalter Clayton Jr. 'bet on himself' before the Final Four Most Outstanding Player leads Florida to NCAA titleClayton overcame Houston's defensive effort and took over the title game late to lead the Gators to their third national title 030
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 06/04/2025There was "no doubt" who would draw the assignment of guarding Cooper Flagg. Just a year after shouldering some blame from a season-ending loss to Duke, J'Wan Roberts turned in a legendarily redemptive final 20 seconds. "Hollywood can't write that." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.com'Hollywood can't write that': Why Houston 'had no doubt' J'Wan Roberts was built for legendary Final Four winHouston's sixth-year senior turned in a redemptive performance for the ages against Duke 111
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 04/04/2025Pembroke, North Carolina will be cheering for Houston on Saturday. As Kelvin Sampson nears the apex of a decades-long coaching journey, the Lumbee are nearing the apex of a long struggle for full recognition. “He's carrying the banner for our tribe.” www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comAs Lumbee Tribe looks for federal recognition, Kelvin Sampson is 'carrying the banner' for more than HoustonSampson is a beloved figure in his hometown of Pembroke, North Carolina, and among the Lumbee Tribe 030
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 04/04/2025Three assistants at this Final Four have already accepted head coaching jobs but are deviating from the Jai Lucas blueprint to stick with their squads until the job is done. Even if that means not sleeping. "I'd rather have two jobs than no job." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comHow Florida, Houston assistants veered from Jai Lucas' blueprint at Duke to pull double duty in Final FourA trio of assistant coaches at the Final Four are working two jobs after accepting offers to lead other programs 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 24/03/2025The obituaries for Cinderella are everywhere after a chalky first weekend of the NCAA Tournament. People are yelling about how NIL and the portal killed what we love about March Madness. Here's my column on why that take is wrong 👇 www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comDon't believe the obituaries, this year's chalky first weekend didn't kill March Madness' beloved CinderellaWhile the dearth of Sweet 16 underdogs seems shocking, the field isn't that different from recent seasons 032
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 24/03/2025The fact that we’re going to get Caleb Love vs. Duke in the Sweet 16 three years after he ended Coach K’s career in the Final Four is incredible. No way he can also end the Flagg Run, right? 4130
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 24/03/2025No. 15 seeds Oral Roberts, Saint Peter's and Princeton have all made Sweet 16s in the NIL era. Cinderella isn't dead. She just missed the ball this time. 192
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 23/03/2025Rick Pitino built a roster good enough to dominate the Big East. If he’s going to build one good enough to dominate college basketball, the Red Storm must go from good to great in NIL. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comRick Pitino did his part in St. John's renaissance; can New York City deliver the NIL funds a champion needs?The Red Storm's NIL commitment will determine whether St. John's can take the next step under Rick Pitino 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 22/03/2025First round is in the books! -- First time since 2017 there is no one from seeds 13-16 in 2nd round -- The SEC tied both records for most wins (8) and most losses (5) in Round of 64 history -- Big Ten's 8-0 = most wins without a loss by any conference in any round in NCAA Tournament history 0112
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 21/03/2025Some of these Saturday coaching matchups are going to be tasty. 17510
Reposted by David CobbMatt Norlander @norlander.bsky.social · 19/03/2025Good stuff from @davidwcobb.bsky.social in advance of sports nirvana tomorrow: David ranks all 32 first-round games. His No. 1 would be 5, 6 or 7 for me. My No. 1 is his No. 10. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comNCAA Bracket 2025: Ranking every tournament first-round game from No. 1 to 32Here is the 1-32 breakdown of which games should be best over Thursday and Friday 052
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 18/03/2025The Greg McDermott coaching tree is having quite a moment. Darian DeVries to Indiana Ryan Miller to Murray State Alan Huss is a rising star at High Point Steve Lutz is building at Oklahoma State Pat Sellers is winning at CCSU 031
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 18/03/2025Have never felt older than I did in the Florida locker room on Sunday as I watched a TikTok party unfolding. But the Gators only let the celebration go so far. As Alijah Martin began asking for cigars, he was told to pump the brakes. "Save 'em for the natty." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comWhy smokin' hot Florida will win 2025 NCAA Tournament: Gators 'cut it' loose with big-man convoyFlorida's lineup features an element that few, if any teams, can match in the NCAA Tournament 000
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 16/03/2025The 2025 SEC had the best regular season of any league in college basketball history. Now it must back it up in the NCAA Tournament. "Over this next period of time, we need to win national championships." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comSEC sets NCAA Tournament record with 14 March Madness bids as league embraces national title expectationsThe SEC has made history and is now significant embracing NCAA Tournament aspirations 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 16/03/2025Such a cool quote from Micah Handlogten: “I guess I'm still known for being the guy that broke his leg in 2024. But now I'm also known as the guy that came back and won it in 2025. That means a lot to me.” 010
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 16/03/2025Todd Golden on the potential for a Tennessee vs. Florida No. 1 seed debate: “I think we secured a 1-seed today. That’s my opinion. We’re second on KenPom right now, beat Bama twice, beat Auburn at Auburn. I don’t really think it’s a debate regardless of the results tomorrow." 010
Reposted by David CobbMatt Norlander @norlander.bsky.social · 15/03/2025Breaking: Kyle Neptune has officially been told he's out at Villanova, sources tell CBS Sports. 3306
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 15/03/2025As Tennessee dealt a potentially crippling blow to Rodney Terry, there was painful poetry for Rick Barnes. He once sat on the same hot seat now inhabited by his protégée. "Really you feel like you're playing against your family, and it's tough." www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comRick Barnes stumps for Texas as NCAA Tournament team after painfully poetic win over close friend Rodney TerryRick Barnes knows all too well the discomfort embattled Texas coach Rodney Terry is feeling 021
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 14/03/2025Koby Brea likened Otega Oweh's latest heroics vs. Oklahoma to a movie's sequel. Only, this one came with an unexpected plot twist. The protagonist was part of a stunning downfall that made his comeback all the more spectacular. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comTurncoat hero Otega Oweh's 'sequel' vs. Oklahoma keeps Kentucky's SEC Tournament party going another dayOtega Oweh gave Kentuky fans a postseason memory to cherish at the SEC Tournament 020
David Cobb @davidwcobb.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Alabama is absolutely good enough to make another deep tournament run. But if the Crimson Tide wish to remain on the list of teams capable of winning it all, there’s a lot to clean up. On a team searching for the “on” switch in March yet again. www.cbssports.com/college-bask...cbssports.comAlabama falls to Florida, is slumping heading into March Madness to raise doubts about Tide's title chancesNo. 7 Alabama has dropped four of its past six games after going down at home vs. the No. 5 Gators on Wednesday 010
Reposted by David CobbMatt Norlander @norlander.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Just confirmed that Jai Lucas will indeed leave Duke after this weekend's North Carolina game to go full-time as Miami's coach. Wild that a national title contender is losing a key member of its staff in what could be a full MONTH before the end of the team's season, but that's the portal for you.cbssports.comMiami hires Jai Lucas as coach with Duke assistant taking over Hurricanes after Jim Larrañaga's resignationLucas is staying in the ACC and at 36, will be the youngest high-major coach when he takes over Miami 2145