The Bulldogs better known as the Zags have been in the tournament 15 years straight and made the Sweet 16 five times since 1999. They're led by 7foot center Kelly Olynyk, who is widely regarded as one of the top players in the country. Oh, and remember the Butler Bulldogs, the team that made the national final in 2010 and 2011 with enrollment 4,500? They're seeded sixth in the East and their mascot, Blue II, is retiring after the season..Lotsa talent especially on defense. CB Patrick Peterson, WR Terrance Toliver for LSU vs the Tar Heel defense which is loaded: FS Deunta Williams, DE Robert Quinn, DT Marvin Austin and 1 rated OLB Bruce Carter. A huge early game, and great matchup of two of the top ILB's in Kelvin Sheppard and Quan Sturdivant..

The regular season is supposed to start Sept. 8, but the NFL could start later and still get in 16 games. The NBA's regular season isn't scheduled to start until around late October, but at the moment both sides say they're very far