After what many perceived as a down year for the league, the Big East will be back in a big way in 2019-20. More than half the league could find themselves in the Top 25 at some point this upcoming season due to a combination of strong returning talent, hyped freshmen classes, and impact transfers. While Villanova is considered the favorite by many, there are a half dozen other teams that could win the conference title if all breaks right.
With key draft decisions still looming, here’s an early look at the Big East conference:
Likely NCAA tournament teams
Villanova
Maybe gone: None
Key newcomers: Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (Fr.