How do you go about predicting something that is 328 days away? The simple answer is: You don't. This bracket isn't designed for those who want to make travel plans next March, but for those who'd like to start a conversation about the 2012 NCAA tournament field.
I suggest you keep the preceding statement in mind when searching for or complaining about the placement (or lack thereof) of your favorite team. That said, here are some other key notes about the first look at the 2012 bracket: