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NCAA Tournament 2016: How far does Maryland need to go to make season a success?

What do the Terps need to do this March in order for fans to be happy? We look at that and more in today's Maryland Minute.

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Maryland is a No. 5 seed in this year's NCAA Tournament, well below what many fans would have expected at the start of this season. We've created a poll asking what the Terps need to do in order for you to consider this season a success. Let us know your thoughts by voting and commenting below.

NCAA Tournament

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Maryland has certainly looked like a better team in its last two games. Hopefully that carries over to the NCAA Tournament.

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NCAA Tournament 2016 bracket picks: Join the Testudo Times competition with other Maryland fans - Testudo Times
This is just for fun, but the pride stakes are enormous. Make sure you fill out a bracket!

Printable 2016 NCAA Tournament bracket: Maryland start as a No. 5 seed in the South region - Testudo Times
Maryland is hoping to make it out of the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2003. Here's the full bracket for this year's tournament.