GAME DAY

The Wolverines will host the Spartans on Saturday night in the Big House.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day once again for Ann Arbor-area football teams, but this time it’s the playoff edition. Four teams from the area will put their seasons on the line Friday night in the first round of the postseason. Check out the schedule of games as well as the Player of the Week poll and more links to coverage of the first round of action. And thanks to that performance, the three-year starter capped his career with the Ann Arbor-area Football Player of the Week poll victory. --MORE:5 things to know about Ann Arbor-area football playoff matchupsSee Ann Arbor-area football pairings for 2022 postseasonPlayer of the Year top 10: Michigan commit Cole Cabana of Dexter has ‘once in a lifetime’ talentSee Ann Arbor-area football teams trending up heading into postseason; final power rankingsSaline and Huron gearing up for another football playoff showdownNo.

ANN ARBOR – For the last time of the regular season, it’s Game Day in Ann Arbor. All 11 teams from the area will get a chance to close out the regular season with a victory and used as a momentum boost into the playoffs or as a confidence builder heading into the offseason.

Avoid these roads around Michigan Stadium on Saturday.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day once again for Ann Arbor-area football teams. The postseason is right around the corner, but Friday’s games will feature some key matchups that are very intriguing.

ANN ARBOR – Another Friday, another Game Day for Ann Arbor-area football teams. We’re already in Week 7 of the high school football season and the matchups are becoming even more important as teams compete for playoff positioning.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day, Ann Arbor! The Michigan high school football season is here, and multiple Ann Arbor area teams will start their seasons tonight.

From classic burgers to hot dogs with the perfect snap, Marge’s Bar and Grill has just what you want to eat while watching a big game! This homey bar, with old school food and sports memorabilia on the walls, has been run by Jim Depuys’ family since the 1960s.

Sports betting website The Game Day is offering one lucky NFL fan up to $2,022 to watch Super Bowl LVI and answer questions correctly as the game goes on.

Governors Gretchen Whitmer and Mike DeWine place a bet ahead of The Game on Saturday.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day, Ann Arbor! The Michigan high school regular season is behind us, which means it’s now win-or-go-home time for Ann Arbor-area football teams. MLive has you covered with everything you need to know to get you ready for Friday’s action below, including Player of the Week winner, the postseason schedule and other links to coverage. --Pioneer's JJ Lamphere poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsPioneer receiver hauls in Player of the Week honorsSenior JJ Lamphere finished his Pioneer football career in style last week. Despite the Pioneers falling 23-21 to Utica Ford, Lamphere helped them climb back into the game with two touchdown receptions, which helped him earn Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week honors.

ANN ARBOR -- We’ve reached the final Game Day of the Michigan high school football regular season for Ann Arbor area teams. Several squads have solidified their playoff positioning, while others are aiming to improve their postseason spots and enter the dance on a high note. We have you covered with everything you need to know heading into Friday night’s action, including the schedule, Player of the Week winner and other links to coverage below. --Huron’s CJ Baldwin (15) scores a touchdown during a football game at Huron High School in Ann Arbor on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.comHuron senior claims Player of the Week honorsCJ Baldwin has had a strong season for Huron and readers have continued to take notice. The senior running back and linebacker earned Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week honors for the second time this season thanks to his performance in the River Rats’ win over Ypsilanti Lincoln in Week 8.

Drivers can anticipate the closures to start three hours before the noon game.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day once again for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams. MLive has you covered with everything you need to know including the Player of the Week fan poll winner, this week’s schedule and more news heading into Week 7. The Ypsilanti Lincoln star senior running back broke out of his slump to help lead Ypsilanti Lincoln to a 54-46 win over Ann Arbor Skyline, snapping a 4-game losing streak for the Railsplitters. Thanks to the stellar performance, Collier was voted the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week by readers. He earned 9,065 votes out of the total 24,187 votes, beating out Ann Arbor Huron running back CJ Baldwin, who finished second overall.

ANN ARBOR – Hello, Ann Arbor and welcome to another Game Day for high school football. Week 6 is sure to feature more exciting games and standout performances much like the previous five weeks of the season. MLive has you covered with everything you need to know heading into Friday night’s action, including the Player of the Week winner, Week 6′s schedule and other notable links to coverage ahead of kickoff. --Ann Arbor Huron junior defensive lineman Bruce Williams poses for a photo during practice on Monday, Sept. 28, 2021, at Ann Arbor Huron High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan (Greg Wickliffe | gwickliffe@mlive.com)Huron defensive lineman powers way to Player of the Week honorsBruce Williams has been a force for Ann Arbor Huron’s defense this season and readers are taking notice. Thanks to his performance, Williams was chosen by readers as the Ann Arbor-area high school football Player of the Week for Week 5.

On Saturday, several streets in downtown Ann Arbor will be closed due to an evening football game at the Big House and a morning ceremony in honor of 9/11.

ANN ARBOR – Another Friday, another Game Day for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams. --Skyline's Ismail Abdul-Aziz poses during media day at Concordia University in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor NewsSkyline standout athlete claims Player of the Week honorsIsmail Abdul-Aziz has been one of Skyline’s most consistent players this fall. Thanks to that showing, Abdul-Aziz was named Ann Arbor-area high school football Player of the Week in the most competitive poll of the season. Abdul-Aziz received 20,094 votes out of the total 61,702 to beat out Ann Arbor Father Gabriel Richard’s James Kendzicky, who finished second with 18,626votes. MHSAA asks ADs about potential change in football playoffsMichigan Associated Press high school football state rankings through Week 4If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters.

ANN ARBOR – Another Friday means another Game Day for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams. Check out the Player of the Week winner, the schedule for Friday and other links that will bring you up-to-date on the scene in Ann Arbor. --Huron kicker powers way to Player of the Week honorsHuron's Adam Samaha (3) kicks during a football game at Ann Arbor Huron High School, in Ann Arbor, on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.Alyte Katilius | MLive.comAdam Samaha has solidified himself as one of the state’s top kickers and showcased his skills again last week. The Ann Arbor Huron junior kicker nailed two 30-plus-yard field goals to help the River Rats defeat rival Pioneer, 34-0. Thanks to that performance, Samaha was selected as the Player of the Week for Week 3, amassing 13,650 votes.

On Saturday, several streets in downtown Ann Arbor will be closed due to an evening football game at the Big House and a morning ceremony in honor of 9/11.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day once again, Ann Arbor! MLive has you covered with everything you need to know heading into Week 3 action, including the Player of the Week fan poll winner, Friday’s schedule and links to other stories surrounding the high school football scene below. --Milan’s Gaskell turns big night into football Player of the Week honorsWilliam Gaskell made his presence known in more ways than one for Milan’s football team last week. Thanks to his breakout performance, Gaskell was named the Ann Arbor-area high school football Player of the Week for Week 2. See where top teams sit in Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankingsIf you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters.

ANN ARBOR – It’s that time again, Ann Arbor. --SCHEDULEFGR enters the field before a football game at Whitmore Lake High School in Whitmore Lake, on Thursday, August 26, 2021. If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and signup for one of our local high school sports newsletters. MORE:Ann Arbor-area football predictions for Week 2Ann Arbor-area high school football power rankings after Week 1Which high school football game is Michigan’s must-see clash of Week 2? Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: How they fared in 2021 openers

Beware of these street closures and parking restrictions on game day on Sept. 4.

There’s no denying this year is going to be a different big game experience than ever before. Everyone has big opinions on the best food to serve at game day parties. Every year the big game reignites the same old argument- should boneless wings be considered wings? This year of course there are concerns about game day parties being a super-spreader event, so will you be inviting anyone over? AdTo hear the full conversation on what everyone is planning for the big game, watch the video above.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day, Ann Arbor! Only one high school football team from the Ann Arbor area remains as Chelsea will host the defending Division 3 state champion River Rouge in the semifinal round Saturday. The two teams have been among the best in the state regardless of division and are meeting up for a rematch of last season’s state semifinal game where River Rouge edged the Bulldogs 14-7 on their way to the state championship. --River Rouge's Mareyohn Hrabowski (5) runs the ball during River Rouge's state semifinal game against Chelsea at Dearborn High School on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019.Jacob Hamilton | MLive.comHOW TO WATCHSaturdayRiver Rouge at Chelsea, 1 p.m.NFHS Network will be streaming the game and a subscription is needed to view the contest. Two teams still playing think soHow to watch Saturday’s Michigan high school football semifinals, finalsMHSAA confirms no championship games delayed for COVID-19 reasonsMHSAA announces updated winter contact sports schedule

ANN ARBOR – The Michigan Marching Band performed the first digital show in its 123-year history on Saturday ahead of the Wolverines’ football game against Penn State. The band performed a variety of songs, including “Help!” by The Beatles, “Don’t Back Down” by Bruce Springsteen and “Amazing Grace.”Familiar voice and longtime Michigan Marching Band announcer Carl Grapentine appears throughout the performance. “I want to join the Michigan Marching band in thanking members of our medical community,” said Howard in the video. From musicians to flag team members, to cheerleaders and baton twirlers, the video features scores of the band’s members performing from their dorm rooms, permanent residences, front yards and on the band’s practicing grounds at Elbel Field. And it wouldn’t be a Michigan Band show if the drum major didn’t do that famous backbend on the field at the Big House.

We’re nearly halfway to crowning a set of Michigan high school football state champions. District finals games are taking place across the state, in the third of six rounds of this year’s high school football playoffs. See Player of the Week winner, schedule for district football finalsGame Day Kalamazoo! See Round 3 playoff football slate, Player of the Week winnerGame Day Jackson! Check out playoff schedule, brackets with Player of Week winnerGame Day Ann Arbor!

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day, Ann Arbor! Three teams from the Ann Arbor area remain and they’ll be playing for hardware as district championships will be up for grabs. MLive has you covered with the results from the Player of the Week fan poll, along with this week’s schedule, previews for each matchup and predictions heading into Friday night’s action for local teams below. The senior defensive veteran was voted the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week after his performance during the district semifinals where he recorded eight tackles, two for loss and one sack in Chelsea’s 49-44 win over South Lyon East. MORE:Ann Arbor-area high school football picks for district title gamesMLive sports writers pick high school football district championsMeet the 2020 All-SEC high school football teamsUpdated 2020 MHSAA high school football playoff brackets for district finalsEarly look at Ann Arbor-area high school football district final gamesColin Parachek’s impact on Dexter football was ‘once-in-a-lifetime’

ANN ARBOR – Another Friday, another Game Day in Ann Arbor. The district semifinal round is here and six Ann Arbor-area football teams will be competing Friday night for a chance to play for a district championship next week. LINCOLN RECEIVER TAKES PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORSYpsilanti Lincoln’s Jaylen Thompson closed out his high school career with an impressive showing last week. Thanks to that performance, Thompson was voted the Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week. --MORE:Updated 2020 MHSAA high school football brackets heading into second roundBreaking down Ann Arbor-area prep football district semifinal matchupsMeet the top 10 for 2020 Michigan High School Football Player of the YearMust-see games for second round of Michigan high school football playoffs

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The home opener for the University of Michigan Wolverines on Saturday also happened to be the big rivalry game against the Michigan State Spartans. Read: Lombardi helps Michigan State stun No. 13 Michigan 27-24While Ann Arbor was somewhat quiet compared to the crowd the games normally bring, there were still some fans outside of the stadium. Closer to campus, students held smaller tailgates with their friends, while popular tailgate locations, like the golf course and Ann Arbor Pioneer, were closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Despite that disappointment, hopes are high for these Michigan fans who are looking forward to college life without a pandemic and, hopefully, many victories ahead.

ANN ARBOR – It’s Game Day, Ann Arbor! The postseason is here for all 11 Ann Arbor-area football teams, meaning it’s win-or-go-home time and we’ve got you covered heading into Friday night’s slate of games. Checkout the schedule for the opening round of the postseason along with the Player of the Week fan poll winner and other links to coverage below. (Photo used with permission by Wendy Martin)After another strong showing for Dexter’s football team, sophomore Cole Cabana has been named Ann Arbor-area football Player of the Week. The young athlete starred in the Dreadnaughts' regular season finale win over Ann Arbor Pioneer, rushing for 65 yards and a touchdown to go along with three receptions and another score in the win.

ANN ARBOR – For the final time in the shortened Michigan high school football regular season, it’s Game Day for Ann Arbor-area teams. Below you’ll find the Player of the Week fan poll results, the Week 6 schedule as well as links for more football coverage. Saline junior QB claims Player of the Week honorsLarry Robinson has been one of the most consistent players in the Ann Arbor area and MLive readers congratulated him with Player of the Week honors after a strong Week 5. Robinson completed 10-of-15 passes for 96 yards and three scores and rushed for 51 yards and two touchdowns on just three carries in Saline’s 63-0 win over Ann Arbor Skyline. Ann Arbor-area high school football Power Rankings heading into Week 6Cast your vote for the Week 5 Ann Arbor-area football Player of the WeekTop 10 Ann Arbor-area high schools for athletes in 2020-2021Top 50 Michigan high school football teams: Cass Tech making moves after crushing KingMust-see games for Week 6 of the 2020 Michigan high school football season

See Week 4 prep football schedule, Player of the Week winnerGame Day Jackson! Player of the Week winner, full schedule for Week 4It’s Game Day, Flint! See Week 4 schedule, Player of the Week fan poll winnerGame Day Metro Detroit! Player of the Week winner and Week 4 football schedulesGame Day Ann Arbor! See Player of the Week winner, schedule for Week 4

ANN ARBOR – Another Friday, another Game Day for Ann Arbor-area high school football teams. You’ll find the Player of the Week winner from Week 3, along with this week’s schedule and links to stories involving teams from the area below. Lincoln’s Jaylen Thompson captures Player of the Week honorsSenior Jaylen Thompson didn’t need a ton of touches to make an impact last week. Thanks to that performance and with the help of readers, Thompson secured Player of the Week honors, edging out Whitmore Lake’s Logan Kurth. Kurth, who rushed for 147 yards and a touchdown last week, placed second with 4,567 votes.

The database is searchable by team, so check to see how your team has done as the high school football season in Michigan reaches the midway point of the regular season. Player of the Week winner and Week 3 football schedulesGameday Saginaw! See who won Player of the Week, schedules, linksGame Day Kalamazoo: See Week 3 prep football schedule, Player of the Week winnerGame Day Jackson! Player of Week winner announced, Week 3 schedule listedGame Day Ann Arbor! See Player of the Week winner, Week 3 prep football scheduleGame Day, Flint!

ANN ARBOR – And just like that, we’re at the midway point of the high school football season. It’s Game Day for Ann Arbor-area football teams and it looks like it’ll be another interesting Friday night of football. Here is one final look at tonight’s schedule along with the Player of the Week results predictions for each game and much more. Skyline's Jordan Wilson (11) celebrates a touchdown during Ann Arbor Skyline's game against Ann Arbor Pioneer at Skyline High School in Ann Arbor on Friday, Sept. 25, 2020. --Week 3 scheduleFriday, Oct. 2Ann Arbor Huron at Ann Arbor Pioneer*Dexter at GladwinMilan at Monroe Jefferson*Saline at Monroe*Temperance Bedford at Ann Arbor Skyline*, 6 p.m.Whitmore Lake at Auburn Hills Oakland Christian*Ypsilanti at Ypsilanti LincolnSaturday, Oct. 3Schoolcraft at Chelsea, 6 p.m.