March Madness 2026: One reason to root for every team playing in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16
The NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 field is set with 16 teams remaining, including nine teams that returned from last year. Each team has a unique story, with some ending long droughts and others seeking redemption, making for an exciting tournament.
The NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 field includes 16 teams. Nine teams returned from last year, the most since 2003. Texas is the only double-digit seed in the field. Houston has advanced past the first weekend in seven consecutive tournaments. St. John's and Iowa reached the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999. Nebraska is making its first appearance in program history. Each team has a compelling story. Iowa is led by coach Ben McCollum, who has postseason success. Nebraska is a first-timer in the Sweet 16. The tournament continues with exciting matchups.
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