College hoops: Florida grabs #1 seed

Florida just grabbed a No. 1 seed in March Madness bracket predictions [https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-men/article/2026-03-10/florida-grabs-no-1-seed-andy-katzs-latest-march-madness-bracket-predictions], while UConn drops to a No. 2 [https://www.ncaa.com/video/basketball-men/2026-03-10/final-march-madness-mens-bracket-predictions-selection-sunday].

Florida's projected top seed marks a significant shift, considering UConn's dominance throughout the season. This reflects Florida's strong finish and key wins in conference play, which likely swayed the bracket predictors. UConn's drop to a No. 2 seed could be attributed to recent performance dips or perceived weaknesses in their schedule. The committee likely weighed these factors when assessing their overall strength compared to Florida. The final bracket predictions leading up to Selection Sunday often generate debate and speculation. These projections offer a glimpse into how the selection committee might view the teams, but the official bracket could still hold surprises.

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