Eye On College Basketball EOCBB on CBSSN: Our fav nat’l title contenders, F4 do-overs + mid-season A-A teams. Plus: Which CBB program is best analog for Indiana🏈
Jan 6, 2026
Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander dive into the six undefeated college basketball teams, debating which could really contend for the national title. They unveil their midseason All-American selections, featuring some standout players while discussing injury impacts. A unique angle emerges as they explore which college basketball program resembles the struggles of Indiana football. The conversation wraps up with an update on their Final Four picks, proving predictions can shift dramatically halfway through the season.
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Six Undefeated Teams, Few Real Contenders
- Six teams remained undefeated on Jan 6: Arizona, Michigan, Iowa State, Nebraska, Vanderbilt, and Miami (OH).
- Only Arizona, Michigan, and Iowa State stood out as clear national-title contenders based on record, metrics, and résumé.
Why Nebraska And Vanderbilt Are Question Marks
- Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander agree Michigan and Arizona are clear title threats, with Michigan perhaps unmatched.
- Nebraska and Vanderbilt are impressive but face questions: Nebraska's offense and NBA talent, Vanderbilt lacks signature wins.
How To Pick Contenders From Teams With Losses
- If you must pick five non-undefeated title candidates, prioritize teams with two-way play, NBA talent, and elite offensive/defensive metrics.
- Matt Norlander lists UConn, Purdue, Gonzaga, Houston, and Michigan State as strong loss-bearing contenders to watch.