There are zero perfect brackets left in this year’s March Madness. With this thought in mind, four of The Flor-Ala’s finest minds attempted redemption with updated picks for the Sweet 16.

Sports Editor Mike Ezekiel

South: Kansas

The Jayhawks had early exits the last two seasons, but this year’s team is more experienced with senior Perry Ellis and junior Frank Mason III. Maryland, Miami and Villanova present a tough road for Kansas, but I think “Rock Chalk” gets to Houston.

West: Oklahoma

Texas A&M squeaked by Northern Iowa to get to the Sweet 16, but it’ll be tougher against the team across the northern border. Senior guard Buddy Hield is top-notch talent, and I like him to help the Sooners settle in Texas April 2.

East: Indiana

I initially had Kentucky here, but the Hoosiers were my second choice. I like Tom Crean and company to upset North Carolina and fight their way into the Final Four with its physical style of play.

Midwest: Gonzaga

Since the Michigan State Spartans forced me to feed my bracket to the paper shredder, why not go with the Zags? After a dominant 82-59 win over Utah, this 11 seed looks primed for a Cinderella run.

Championship: Kansas over Indiana

Staff Writer Xavier Wherry

South: Kansas

To mark this team as “well-coached” is an understatement. Kansas has the depth and the seniority (especially with the elderly Perry Ellis) to make a deep run in this tournament. I believe the Jayhawks will take care of business in the South Region.

West: Oklahoma

Buddy Hield, better known as “Buddy Buckets,” is absolutely sensational at putting the ball in the hoop. He can score from anywhere on the court and is capable of catching fire, given he scored 29 in a half.

East: North Carolina

Truth be told, I was not a big fan of this team all year. UNC was the preseason favorite, and I was never sold on that. I’m here to admit I was wrong. It was comical of me to ever count out Roy Williams.

Midwest: Virginia

Virginia has what might be the easiest road to the Final Four with only Iowa State and Gonzaga or Syracuse in their way. I like this defense’s chances of putting the clamps on these teams.

Championship: Kansas over North Carolina

Business Manager Jordan Byrd

South: Kansas

Bill Self might have his most talented Kansas team since his last championship in 2008. The Jayhawks have not lost since January against Iowa State, who is still in the tournament as a four seed. Expect to see this team in the Final Four.

West: Oklahoma

Without a doubt, Buddy Hield is the premier talent in this year’s tourney. Also, Hield’s sluggish start against VCU proved how good the Sooners supporting cast is, as Oklahoma built a large first half lead. I’ll take the Sooners.

East: North Carolina

Forget Duke. I pick the other team in blue this year to represent the ACC. The Tar Heels have the easiest path to the Final Four, and Roy Williams seems to have his team peaking at the right time.

Midwest: Virginia

Malcolm Brogdon leads the Cavs, who look to capitalize on a successful run. Iowa State will present a tough test in the Sweet 16, but I like Virginia to charge into Houston for the Final Four in this region.

Championship: Oklahoma over North Carolina

Student Writer Justin Jefferies

South: Villanova

Villanova is collegiate basketball’s version of the Golden State Warriors in that they shoot three’s and shoot them often. They cruised through the first two rounds despite being undersized. I like them to shoot their way to victory in the regional final.

West: Oklahoma

What scares me about the Sooners is their inability to put teams away. They jump out to big leads, but struggle to close teams out. However, they have Buddy Hield, the Wooden award favorite and the best pure scorer in the country.

East: North Carolina

In my opinion, the Tar Heels have the toughest road to Houston, but have the most talent. They can push the pace on anyone, and they are almost impossible to keep off the offensive glass.

Midwest: Gonzaga

Mark Few has his team playing extremely well the last two weeks. They may be an 11 seed, but they have the looks and talent of a three or four seed. Kyle Wiltjer is playing as well as anyone in the country.

Championship: North Carolina over Oklahoma