March Madness bracket predictions, picks for all First Round games today

The First Round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament starts Thursday with No. 8 Ohio State vs No. 9 TCU opening the 16-game schedule.

Here is Thursday's full First Round March Madness schedule and expert picks from reporters across the USA TODAY Sports Network.

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March Madness bracket predictions, picks for all First Round games today

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