NCAA Tournament 2012

I've now completed my bracket, which is based quite a bit on my guy instinct and what I believed before the bracket was put out. This year, I feel that the strength is with the middle seeds, 4 to 12 seeds, and that you might find the best value in those places. The top teams this year, while having some really good teams, aren't nearly as dominant as in the past, and will probably find themselves in tough games with the 4 to 12 seeds, as well as in the opening round games.

South Region

Many have already proclaimed that the South is the toughest region, and I would probably agree with that. Despite not having conference tournament winners, there's plenty of NCAA experienced teams in the South, and I think this is where there will be the most upsets.

NCAA Tournament 2012: Join NJ.com's Bracket Challenge

Still going back and forth on your Final Four in this year's NCAA Tournament? That's OK, you're not alone! The good news is there's still plenty of time to join NJ.com's 2012 NCAA Tournament Bracket Challenge.
You can sign up individually or host your group's pool, and you have the chance to win $10,000 as well. Our Bracket Challenge has tips, odds and calculates up-to-the-minute pool results when the games begin Thursday afternoon.

Create a group for friends or co-workers by going here, and then get started in filling out your bracket. If you want to sign up individually to compete against others on NJ.com, simply go to the Bracket Challenge home page.