Michigan High School Football Week 3 Roundup

Michigan, September 14, 2025

News Summary

Week 3 of Michigan high school football delivered intense matchups, with Dearborn Fordson defeating Livonia Franklin 33-21 and Salem overpowering Canton with a score of 61-6. Standout players shone, including Luke Creighton from Salem, who achieved 294 passing yards and four touchdowns. As teams aim for playoff positions, the competitive landscape intensifies. Upcoming matches promise more excitement as teams continue to develop their strategies and showcase their talent on the field.

Michigan High School Football Week 3 Roundup

This week showcased an exhilarating round of high school football matches across Michigan, with Dearborn Fordson earning a thrilling 33-21 victory over Livonia Franklin, marking a critical moment in the season.

Several standout performances characterized the week, as teams vied for supremacy. In addition to Dearborn Fordson’s noteworthy win, Livonia Churchill edged Wayne Memorial in a nail-biting 7-6 match, while Salem dominated Canton with an impressive score of 61-6.

Game Highlights

• Dearborn Fordson 33, Livonia Franklin 21: Franklin’s quarterback Bryce Napier completed 20 of 30 passes for 239 yards and secured one touchdown along with one interception. Jeff Little was a key receiver with 8 catches totaling 119 yards.
• Livonia Churchill 7, Wayne Memorial 6: Churchill’s Ali Taleb contributed significantly, passing for 121 yards and scoring a touchdown.
• Salem 61, Canton 6: Salem’s Luke Creighton excelled with a passing record of 12 for 18, amassing 294 yards and four touchdowns.
• Hartland 42, Plymouth 7: Michael Elliott performed well for Hartland, completing 7 out of 11 passes for 153 yards while adding two rushing touchdowns.
• Brighton 35, Novi 0: The bright star of Brighton was Dom D’Agosta, who threw for 187 yards and three touchdowns on a 12 of 15 completion rate.
• Dearborn 43, Westland John Glenn 41: In a high-scoring affair, Dearborn’s Ahmad Sayed rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns.
• Farmington 35, North Farmington 22: Farmington’s Vincent Pesci showed prowess with 218 passing yards, throwing three touchdowns.
• Detroit PSL Scores: Detroit Central secured a 34-14 victory over Detroit CMA, and Detroit King crushed Detroit Southeastern 48-0.

Additional Notable Performances

Farmington’s Christian Gillings added to the excitement with 115 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while Walled Lake Central’s Brendan Grimes excelled with a remarkable performance of 304 passing yards and three touchdowns against Livonia Clarenceville.

In another impressive outing, White Lake Lakeland triumphed over South Lyon East with a narrow 40-37 scoreline, propelled by Carter Travis’s 175 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

Context and Implications

This week’s matches solidify the competitive landscape of Michigan high school football as teams continue to battle for playoff positions. The performances displayed by notable players not only contribute to their teams’ successes but also increase their visibility as future collegiate prospects.

As the season progresses, maintaining strong performances will be essential for teams striving to secure a place in the postseason. Coaches and fans alike will be eager to see how these athletes respond in upcoming matches as they aim to build on their momentum from week three.

Upcoming Matches

Looking ahead, teams will focus on continuing their development and strategies as they prepare for the fourth week of play, where more exciting matchups are expected. Schools, players, and communities look forward to the continuing thrills of high school football.

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Additional Resources

• Detroit Free Press: Michigan High School Football Rankings
• MLive: High School Football Scores from Week 3
• Sports Illustrated: Michigan High School Football Schedule and Scores
• Detroit News: Week 3 Scores
• Google Search: Michigan High School Football

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