The Sun's Arizin: Virginia is the next test for Villanova Basketball

Happy Thursday, 'Nova Nation! Previews are starting to come fast and furious for Saturday's big game, which must mean it's almost here!

(Damn, another work day even after we get through today!)

I also encourage you to read SB Nation's latest longform article below. There's so much marijuana that a log-splitter is required. You can't make this stuff up.

And now, the "news."

Virginia Stands As The Next Challenge For Villanova | CBS Philly
The Villanova Wildcats are getting ready for a Saturday afternoon battle with Virginia down in Charlottesville.

Villanova-UVA Among Top-Priced College Basketball Games This Weekend | Forbes
The lowest price to get in John Paul Jones Arena is $54 in secondary markets.

We should radically change the way we play football | KevinMD
As the awareness and recognition of concussion in sports continue to increase and the frightening long-term outcomes for frequently and severely concussed football players.

QB Dakota Prukop picks Oregon over Alabama | FOX Sports
Coveted FCS QB Dakota Prukop is following in the footsteps of Vernon Adams.

The Bobby Knight of Women’s Volleyball | The Daily Beast
An anonymous letter about the University of Arkansas’ volleyball coach has rumors of harassment flying.

Longform: Oasis in the Desert | SBNation.com
A degree, a standout college career, and an NFL roster spot don't matter when you get in trouble with the law.