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NCAA Bracket Picks
NCAA Bracket Picks 2027

Articles

Analysis of this year's bracket, bracket strategy advice and past bracket writeups.

Featured Articles

Bracket Strategy Guide: How to Win at March Madness Pools

by Jason Lisk - Mar 19, 2026

In our bracket strategy guide, we have articles on several topics, ranging from expectations, to how to spot bad advice, to understanding value and risk.

The Tested Risk-Reward Formula for Bracket Success

by Jason Lisk - Feb 27, 2026

To win your bracket pool, you need to consider the value upside and risk downside of each selection.

5 Signs of Bad Bracket Advice (Use These Proven Tips Instead)

by Jason Lisk - Feb 26, 2026

There's lots of bracket advice out there, so here are some things you should consider (or avoid) when filling out your bracket.

2026 Bracket Analysis

2026 Bracket Picks Year in Review

by Jason Lisk - Apr 9, 2026

We review the performance of our 2026 NCAA bracket picks, including what worked, what didn't, and how our data-driven strategies performed this year.

2026 PoolGenius Bracket Recap: First Round to Elite Eight Performance

by Jason Lisk - Mar 31, 2026

We review key 2026 NCAA Tournament results so far, and compare the positioning of PoolGenius bracket performance to the general public.

2026 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

by Jason Lisk - Mar 25, 2026

We break down top strategies and value picks for 2026 Sweet 16 (Second Chance) bracket contests.

2026 Bracket Picks Writeup

by Jason Lisk - Mar 18, 2026

We explain the rationale behind key picks in our 2026 brackets, and highlight important strategy insights for various types of bracket pools.

Top 4 March Madness Upset Predictions for the First Round

by Team Rankings - Mar 18, 2026

Find the best first-round March Madness upset predictions using public pick data and win probabilities to gain an edge in your 2026 bracket.

5 NCAA Tournament Sleepers That Can Make a Deep Run (2026)

by Jason Lisk - Mar 15, 2026

Looking for NCAA Tournament sleepers in 2026? Here are five teams that could outperform their seed and make a deep March Madness run.

2026 March Madness Bracket Predictions (Updated)

by Jason Lisk - Mar 15, 2026

Our 2026 March Madness Bracket Predictions analyze past results and future schedules to find which teams will make/miss the NCAA Tournament.

NCAA Bubble Watch 2026: Last Four In? First Four Out?

by Team Rankings - Mar 15, 2026

See which teams are in, out, and on the cut line for the NCAA Tournament. Updated until Selection Sunday.

Bracket Pool Strategy

What Makes the Best NCAA Bracket Picks? Answers From 21,709 Pools

by Team Rankings - Mar 19, 2026

We tracked 21,709 real bracket pools since 2015. Here’s what separates the best NCAA bracket picks from the rest.

Bracket Strategy Guide: How to Win at March Madness Pools

by Jason Lisk - Mar 19, 2026

In our bracket strategy guide, we have articles on several topics, ranging from expectations, to how to spot bad advice, to understanding value and risk.

How Many Bracket Upsets Should You Pick in March Madness?

by Jason Lisk - Mar 15, 2026

Be careful with bracket upsets, picking too many can quietly ruin your chances.

The Tested Risk-Reward Formula for Bracket Success

by Jason Lisk - Feb 27, 2026

To win your bracket pool, you need to consider the value upside and risk downside of each selection.

5 Signs of Bad Bracket Advice (Use These Proven Tips Instead)

by Jason Lisk - Feb 26, 2026

There's lots of bracket advice out there, so here are some things you should consider (or avoid) when filling out your bracket.

NCAA Tournament "Pick X" Pool Strategy

by Jason Lisk - Feb 25, 2026

Strategy advice to get an edge in NCAA Tournament "Pick X" pools, where you pick specific teams and earn points as they win games.

Why Bracket Pools Are a Better Investment Than the Stock Market

by Jason Lisk - Feb 17, 2026

Winning pool contests takes a long-term approach but offers great opportunities with the right mindset.

Setting Expectations for March Madness Bracket Pools

by Jason Lisk - Feb 17, 2026

If you want to get the most out of March Madness brackets, you need to understand what you are up against, and the chances of winning bracket pools.

Every NCAA Tournament is Different: Ignore The "Golden Rules" Of Bracket Picking

by Jason Lisk - Feb 16, 2026

Every NCAA Tournament is different, and what worked one year in your bracket pools may not be the optimal strategy in another year.

Bracket Scoring Systems: Why They Matter & How to Exploit Them

by Jason Lisk - Feb 6, 2026

Winning a bracket pool often requires adapting to different bracket scoring systems. We look at common types and key strategies.

March Madness Myths

Madness Myths: Past Performance Matters

by Jason Lisk - Feb 22, 2026

Don't fall in the trap of letting recent past performance for teams affect your picking strategy. Recent history has shown you can find value.

Madness Myths: You Can't Pick All Number 1 Seeds

by Jason Lisk - Feb 20, 2026

When it comes to Number 1 Seeds in the NCAA Tournament, evidence suggests that the public forces quotas on how many to pick to the Final Four.

Madness Myths: It's All Random

by Jason Lisk - Feb 18, 2026

There are some bracket advice columns that tell you it's all random when it comes to winning your pools. Don't listen to them.

Madness Myths: Your Bracket Should Match Historical Trends

by Jason Lisk - Feb 6, 2026

It's nice to be aware of March Madness trends, but picking games based on those factors can be very risky.

How Often Do No. 1 Seeds Make the Final Four?

by Team Rankings - Mar 19, 2026

How often do No. 1 seeds make the Final Four on average, and how often do they win the NCAA Tournament?

Only 6 Teams Fit the March Madness Champion Formula in 2026

by Team Rankings - Mar 15, 2026

Wondering who will win March Madness in 2026? Historical data reveals a consistent champion formula, and only 6 teams fit it.

3 Stats That Predict NCAA Tournament Champions Almost Every Year

by Team Rankings - Mar 5, 2026

Which teams usually win March Madness? These three stats match 15 of the last 18 NCAA Tournament champions.

What's the Lowest Seed to Win the NCAA Tournament?

by Team Rankings - Feb 26, 2026

Learn about the biggest Cinderella stories in NCAA Tournament history and what these historical upsets mean for your bracket strategy.

How Often Does a 16 Seed Beat a 1 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 25, 2026

Learn the full history of the 1 vs 16 seed matchup, and what it means for your bracket strategy.

How Often Does a 15 Seed Beat a 2 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 24, 2026

Learn the full history of the 2 vs 15 seed matchup and what it means for your bracket strategy.

How Often Does a 14 Seed Beat a 3 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 24, 2026

Get the complete 3 vs. 14 seed history in the NCAA Tournament. How often has the 14 seed won?

How Often Does a 13 Seed Beat a 4 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 24, 2026

Explore complete 4 vs 13 seed history and how often the underdog has pulled off the unthinkable in March Madness.

How Often Does a 12 Seed Beat a 5 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 24, 2026

How often does a 12 seed beat a 5 seed, and what does it mean for your March Madness bracket?

How Often Does an 11 Seed Beat a 6 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 22, 2026

Check out the full NCAA Tournament 11 vs. 6 seed history along with how many times an 11 seed has made the Final Four.

How Often Does a 10 Seed Beat a 7 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 22, 2026

Learn the full history of the 7 vs 10 seed matchup, and what it means for your bracket strategy.

How Often Does a 9 Seed Beat an 8 Seed?

by Team Rankings - Feb 22, 2026

Learn the complete NCAA Tournament 8 vs. 9 seed matchup history and what it means for your bracket strategy.

Do Play-In Teams Win More First Round Games Than Expected?

by Team Rankings - Feb 25, 2025

Do First Four teams have an edge in March Madness? We break down the numbers and smartest approach for your bracket.

Past Bracket Writeups

2025 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2025 PoolGenius Bracket Recap: First Round to Final Four

2025 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2025 Bracket Picks Writeup

2024 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2024 PoolGenius Brackets Round Recaps: Sweet 16 and Elite Eight

2024 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2024 Bracket Picks Writeup

2023 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2023 Round Recaps: Sweet 16 and Elite Eight

2023 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2023 Bracket Picks Writeup

2022 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2022 Round Recaps: Sweet 16 & Elite Eight Recap

2022 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2022 Bracket Picks Writeup

2021 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2021 Round Recaps

2021 Sweet 16 Bracket Writeup

2021 Bracket Picks Writeup

2019 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2019 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2019 Final Brackets Writeup

2019 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

2018 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2018 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2018 Final Brackets Writeup

2018 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

2017 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2017 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2017 Final Brackets Writeup

2017 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

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