Computational model forecasts surprise-filled 2026 NCAA bracket

TL;DR
SportsLine's computer model simulates every 2026 NCAA Tournament game 10,000 times, highlighting key 8 vs. 9 seed matchups like Georgia vs. Saint Louis and other marquee games, while noting the model's track record of bracket success (including 2025 Final Four predictions) and directing readers to see its full bracket on SportsLine.
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