#6 Baylor vs. #2 Wisconsin Sweet16 match up

We have two high scoring teams so expect the the team with the best defense to win tonight. Baylor has allowed 105.1 points per 100 possessions in four games against teams ranked in the top 25 in defensive efficiency. meanwhile Wisconsin has allowed 109.7 points per 100 possessions in eight games against those same teams. Baylor is the best when matched up against elite teams.
It will be interesting to watch Baylor zone defense match up with Wisconsin zone offense, Wisconsin has the most efficient zone offense in the country, averaging 1.20 points per play. Baylor uses zone defense 57% of the time

A quick look into New England's free agency.

Revis island moving to Foxborogh

The New England Patriots have signed Darrell Revis to help improve their sluggish secondary. after losing all-pro corner back Aqib Talib to conference rival Denver Broncos the Patriots made the right moves to to patch up the void left by his talents.
Patriots were above average defending passes thrown within 10 yards of line of scrimmage in the last 3 seasons but below average vs deeper throws.Acquiring Revis makes the organization more attractive as they continue to move forward in their courting of other all-pro defensive backs like Brandon Browner.

For more about Revis' deal with New England click here.

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