This is an 8* VALUE PLAY on Ohio State.

Ohio State won't be taking anything for granted here after falling to No. 15 seed Oral Roberts in the opening round last season.

Loyola Chicago is obviously no push over, as it made the Sweet 16 last season after beating Georgia Tech and Illinois. The Ramblers actually struggled down the stretch of the regular season this year, but they then caught fire during the conference tournament with three straight wins and covers.

Ohio State will be looking to hit the re-set button here after losing four of its last five. Yes, the Ramblers can score with the best of them, but without Cameron Krutwig in the paint, Loyola Chicago took a big step back on the defensive end this season.

I think Chris Holtmann's team sets the pace and takes advantage of this suspect defense; the play is OHIO STATE.

Good luck, NP