Last Four In: Western Carolina, UT-Martin, William & Mary, Abilene Christian
First Four Out: Stephen F. Austin, Northern Arizona, North Dakota, Chattanooga
Mercer cemented their spot as the team to beat in SoCon with a 37-31 over ETSU. The Bucs dropped to 5-4 overall and will likely need to win out in order to reach the playoffs. Western Carolina picked up a huge win over Chattanooga in another close 38-34 game. The Catamounts are now projected into the playoffs, while the Mocs face a must win situation for each of the next three weeks.
Bids By Conference
Big Sky: Idaho, Montana, Montana State, UC Davis
Big South / Ohio Valley: Southeast Missouri, UT-Martin
Coastal: Rhode Island, Richmond, Stony Brook, Villanova, William & Mary
Missouri Valley: Illinois State, North Dakota State, South Dakota, South Dakota State
Northeast: Duquesne
Patriot: Holy Cross
Pioneer: Drake
Southern: Mercer, Western Carolina
Southland: Incarnate Word
UAC: Abilene Christian, Central Arkansas, Tarleton State