The calendar has flipped to February, which means, of course, that the madness of March is just around the corner. Less than six weeks stand between us and an official 68-team bracket for this year's March Madness being unveiled on Selection Sunday before First Four and First Round action follow shortly thereafter.

Bill Bender delivers his second iteration of Sporting News' March Madness brack predictions.

Here is everything (really!) you might want to know about March Madness — one of the biggest, most exciting and fun events in sports.

The Boilermakers entered the season with championship goals, and are in a tournament-like stretch as Big Ten play winds down. They've shown vulnerabilities to improve.

Despite a rebound win, the San Diego State Aztecs dropped out of the NCAA Tournament projections altogether in the latest ESPN Bracketology. Bracket expert Joe

UConn has not lost a game in over two months, but will they be a contender when March Madness roles around?

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That’s what about two-thirds of fans in this poll believe. Three makes sense, with Utah State, New Mexico, and San Diego State all in good position, But teams like Nevada or Grand Canyon could end up as bid stealers. A good chunk of people think the MW could be a mere two-bid league.