Our odds of receiving an at-large bid took a hit when Monmouth and Valparaiso lost yesterday.
Monmouth had a series of huge non-conference wins (UCLA, USC, Notre Dame, Georgetown), all on the road. Valparaiso beat Oregon St on the road, and nearly took down Oregon. Not saying either will be locks because they're from historically one bid leagues, but they'll definitely be in consideration.
Personally, I think our resume is stronger because the MW is better than either the Horizon or Metro-Atlantic, and the selection committee will look favorably on our performance since January ... but having Monmouth and Valpo in the at-large pool will make it a little tougher for anyone else to get in.
Monmouth had a series of huge non-conference wins (UCLA, USC, Notre Dame, Georgetown), all on the road. Valparaiso beat Oregon St on the road, and nearly took down Oregon. Not saying either will be locks because they're from historically one bid leagues, but they'll definitely be in consideration.
Personally, I think our resume is stronger because the MW is better than either the Horizon or Metro-Atlantic, and the selection committee will look favorably on our performance since January ... but having Monmouth and Valpo in the at-large pool will make it a little tougher for anyone else to get in.
