During the start of the show, Ohio State's mascot, Brutus the Buckeye, made a special appearance with gifts for Peter, which undoubtedly drew some smiles. Herbstreit, an Ohio State alum who played ...

In an alternate universe, the NCAA tournament is decided trial-by-combat style, with each school's mascot serving as its champion. Mascot basketball, as we all know, is the sport at its purest form.