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10 Michigan High School Football Games to Watch: Week of Sept. 7, 2026

Another big week of MHSAA high school football is here, and STATE CHAMPS! has you covered with some of the top matchups from across Michigan.

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Another big week of MHSAA high school football is here, and STATE CHAMPS! has you covered with some of the top matchups from across Michigan.

From rivalry games to intriguing early-season tests, here are the STATE CHAMPS! Games to Watch for the week of September 7, 2026.

Thursday, Sept. 10

Walled Lake Western vs. South Lyon 

The week's action gets started Thursday with Walled Lake Western taking on South Lyon in one of the top games on the schedule.

Friday, Sept. 11

Dakota vs. Sterling Heights Stevenson

Our featured matchup of the week brings Dakota and Sterling Heights Stevenson together Friday night.

STATE CHAMPS! will be there for Gametime Live, bringing you coverage of the matchup as the Cougars and Titans square off, starting at 6:00 PM.

South Christian vs. West Catholic

Two West Michigan programs meet Friday when South Christian faces West Catholic in a matchup worth keeping an eye on.

Brighton vs. Northville

Brighton and Northville go head-to-head Friday in another notable matchup on this week's slate.

Lake Orion vs. Oxford

A familiar Oakland County matchup is set for Friday as Lake Orion takes on Oxford.

West Bloomfield vs. Rochester Adams

West Bloomfield and Rochester Adams meet Friday in a matchup featuring two programs accustomed to playing meaningful football.

Romeo vs. Utica Eisenhower

Macomb County takes center stage when Romeo faces Utica Eisenhower on Friday night.

Brother Rice vs. De La Salle

Brother Rice and De La Salle square off Friday in a matchup between two well-known Catholic League programs.

Grandville vs. East Kentwood

On the west side of the state, Grandville takes on East Kentwood in another matchup to follow this week.

Dearborn vs. Howell

Rounding out our list is Dearborn vs. Howell, as the two teams meet Friday night.


Stay with STATE CHAMPS! throughout the week for highlights, scores, interviews and more from Michigan high school football.

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