Harper Woods football aims to reclaim state title with strong roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 9:13 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Harper Woods football is preparing for the 2026 season with high expectations after returning 36 players from a 12-1 2025 season. The team, seeking to bounce back from semifinals and regional playoff exits the past two years, is led by senior Dakota Guerrant, a five-star receiver committed to Oregon. Guerrant is recovering from an injury but remains a pivotal leader as the team aims for a state championship. Competition for the starting quarterback position is underway between sophomores Austin Mitchell and Danari Patton. Harper Woods opens its season against Chelsea on August 27.
- •Harper Woods has 36 returning players and nine starters on offense and defense.
- •Dakota Guerrant aims to lead the team and mentor younger players.
- •Quarterback competition between Austin Mitchell and Danari Patton is ongoing.
- •The team finished 12-1 last season but was eliminated in the playoffs.
- 9:13 AMYahoo Sports — Harper Woods, loaded with college recruits, ready to 'finish the mission'
"Harper Woods football has bona fide state title aspirations with 36 returners from a 12-1 2025 team and a bitter taste about the ending.
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