March Madness 2014: Most Likely No. 1 Seeds

With championship week underway, some teams are on the bubble fighting for their postseason lives. Then there are the elite fighting for a spot on the top line. Who is going to get those four coveted No. 1 seeds? Here is some insight on which teams have it locked up and who is in contention.

Contenders

Michigan (23-7)

RPI Rank: 10

Best wins: Wisconsin, Michigan State (2x)

The Big Ten regular season champions need some help but could end up on the top line with a Big Ten tournament championship and some key losses by Villanova, 'Cuse, and Duke.

Syracuse (27-4)

RPI Rank: 9

Best Wins: North Carolina, Duke

After starting 25-0, the wheels have started to fall off for the Orange. They have lost four of their last six games. However, with only four losses and an ACC tournament championship, it will be difficult for the selection committee to overlook that feat.

Kansas (23-8)

RPI Rank: 3

Best Wins: Duke, Iowa State

There has never been an eight loss team earn a one seed. So don't count on KU changing that it this year.

Wisconsin (25-6)

RPI Rank: 6

Best wins: Florida, Michigan, Michigan State

The Badgers have the most impressive wins on their resume amongst the contenders, but also have some bad losses. Their only shot at a one seed is a tournament championship and early loss by Villanova.

Most Likely No. 1 Seeds

Joshua Caudill is a writer for CraveOnline Sports, a surfing enthusiast, an unhealthy sports fanatic, and an expert on all things Patrick Swayze. You can follow him on Twitter @JoshuaCaudill85 or "like"CraveOnline Sports on Facebook.

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