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Originally Posted by mlmpetert

Good (slightly biased) artical:

Woody: NCAA right to reject Tech, select VCU | Richmond Times-Dispatch

I honestly think VCU is a better team then VT or Alabama. Shouldnt the better team go? VCU has had probably the most inconsistent year since they became a force in the CAA around 2004/2005; however, they were far less inconsistent then Tech. If VT thinks theyre better then VCU why wont they play us or any other CAA team?

VT's Greenberg on playing ODU: Uh, no. | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

VCU lost to South Florida, Georgia State, Northeastern...

Jay Bilas, who I respect a ton as college hoops analyst, said it's the biggest head-scratcher he's ever seen since seeding began. VCU has 11 total losses which is more than any other mid-major to make the dance this year (non-automatic qualifier). VCU was also 6-6 in it's last 12 games, and lost 7 CAA games.

I don't think they are better than Bama, Va Tech, or St. Mary's. Bama was 1st place in the SEC west. St. Mary's had a much tougher non-conference SOS and a better ranking in the RPI. Va Tech also had a tougher overall SOS and more quality wins IMO.

I don't think VCU is a bad team, but I don't think they are more deserving than any of those three.