[2006alum]

I believe the rule is now that within each seeding level, they will factor in geography and matchups unless it violates another rule of bracket placement. Moreover, the committee distinguishes between driving distance (less than 270 miles) and flying (270+) in deciding on whether to prioritize proximity. So if both Oregon and Stanford are the two line, regardless of which is higher, Oregon is <270 miles from Portland; Stanford is >270 miles, and Oregon will get the Portland placement. Sucks, but for the purposes of seeking a crowded house, it makes good sense. Most people seem to assume Stanford is destined for Chicago - and potentially a fourth meeting with the Domers in the past five tournaments...

[2006alum]

I believe the rule is now that within each seeding level, they will factor in geography and matchups unless it violates another rule of bracket placement. Moreover, the committee distinguishes between driving distance (less than 270 miles) and flying (270+) in deciding on whether to prioritize proximity. So if both Oregon and Stanford are the two line, regardless of which is higher, Oregon is <270 miles from Portland; Stanford is >270 miles, and Oregon will get the Portland placement. Sucks, but for the purposes of seeking a crowded house, it makes good sense. Most people seem to assume Stanford is destined for Chicago - and potentially a fourth meeting with the Domers in the past five tournaments...