March Madness Upsets: Vulnerable 5-Seeds Face Upset Bids

March Madness is poised for dramatic upsets as several highly seeded teams appear vulnerable. Texas Tech, a No. 5 seed, faces Akron, the MAC champions, known for their efficient offense. The Red Raiders are hampered by the absence of J.T. Toppin due to injury. Iowa, led by Bennett Stirtz, faces Clemson in a closely matched contest. Stirtz's offensive precision will be tested against Clemson's strong defense. North Carolina's tournament aspirations are challenged by the season-ending injury to freshman star Caleb Wilson. VCU, with a strong offense and defense, aims to capitalize on this weakness. Kansas faces uncertainty due to chemistry issues and the crucial role of Darryn Peterson. Cal Baptist, led by Dominique Daniels Jr., presents a smart upset bid, leveraging their defensive prowess. BYU's AJ Dybantsa, a top scorer, faces a resilient Texas team. The Longhorns, with their strong starting lineup and momentum from a First Four win, pose a significant challenge to the injury-plagued Cougars.