The 2025 Michigan high school football season continues Thursday night as the Dakota Cougars host the Brother Rice Warriors in a non-conference matchup. Dakota enters as one of the state’s top-ranked teams, while Brother Rice looks to make a statement against a powerhouse opponent.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Brother Rice (Bloomfield Hills, MI) vs Dakota (Macomb, MI)
○ Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Dakota High School, Macomb, MI
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Brother Rice Warriors
Brother Rice comes in ranked #3,457 nationally, #80 in Michigan, and #18 in their class. The Warriors will look to rely on their discipline and defensive toughness to challenge Dakota on the road. Generating offensive consistency will be crucial in their bid for an upset.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #3,457
○ State Rank: #80 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #18
○ Strengths: Defensive toughness, disciplined approach, motivated underdogs
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and find offensive rhythm
Dakota Cougars
Dakota enters ranked #611 nationally, #8 in Michigan, and #4 in their class. The Cougars are loaded with playmakers and depth, giving them the tools to compete at the highest level. At home, they’ll look to establish dominance early and open the season with a strong performance.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #611
○ State Rank: #8 (MI)
○ Class Rank: #4
○ Strengths: Offensive firepower, depth, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Play fast, win the line of scrimmage, and capitalize on big plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brother Rice Warriors | 3,457 | 80 (MI) | 18 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dakota Cougars | 611 | 8 (MI) | 4 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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