Wisconsin High School Football Rankings: Top 25 Teams - September 23
Another round of Wisconsin high school football games triggered changes in the Wisconsin On3 Massey Ratings Top 25 list as of Sept. 23. Two of the top ten teams switched places, while the 24th and 25th-ranked teams swapped spots.
Meanwhile, only ten of the top 25 teams remain undefeated, including five in the top ten. As the fifth week of their season ends, here’s how Wisconsin’s best high school clubs fared.
The On3 Massey Ratings, officially used during the BCS era, is a model that ranks sports teams by analyzing game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory.
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1. Kimberly
Previous: No. 1
The Papermakers’ top-ranked defense limited Appleton East to 14 points thanks to 51 tackles, two sacks, and an interception. Meanwhile, their offense generated 42 points, led by Braedon Ellefson’s two passing touchdowns, both received by Carter Howard. Meanwhile, Kegan Pleau added 104 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Kimberly can improve to 5-0 with a win over Hortonville on the 27th.
2. Mukwonago
Previous: No. 2
The Indians earned their fourth win in five matches with a dominating performance against Pewaukee, 49-20. Quarterback Mason Kelley had two passing and two rushing touchdowns for 283 total yards, while Nick Martin had 98 rushing yards and a touchdown. Meanwhile, Mukwonago’s defense generated three sacks and two forced fumbles against the Pirates. Mukwonago will try to earn a 5-1 record with a road victory over Kettel Moraine on Friday.
3. Franklin
Previous: No. 3
The Sabers dominated their road win over Oak Creek, 52-21. Joey Kallay had three passing touchdowns, all received by Ben Verges. Robert Beglinger had 166 yards and four touchdowns, while Verges finished with 179 receiving yards. Conversely, Franklin’s defense finished with 63 tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble, and an interception. The Sabers will host Bradford on the 27th for a shot at a 6-0 record in the 2024 Wisconsin high school football season.
4. Arrowhead
Previous: No. 4
The Warhawks edged Muskego in a low-scoring game, 7-3, to earn their fourth victory in five matches. Vance Holtz scored the game’s lone touchdown and finished the win with 121 rushing yards. Meanwhile, Arrowhead’s defense did the job by keeping the Warriors away from the end zone. However, the Warhawks will face a more formidable challenge in fifth-ranked Oconomowoc in four days.
5. Oconomowoc
Previous: No. 5
The Racoons had little problem earning their fifth victory, dominating Brookfield Central 35-7. The Lancers had no answer for running back Alex Seraphine, who finished with 145 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Kashton Allen added 106 receiving yards and a touchdown catch from quarterback Austin Munzel. Meanwhile, Oconomowoc’s defense finished with 55 tackles, two sacks, and an interception. After cruising through their first five matches, the Racoons are in for a tough fight against Arrowhead on the 27th.
6. Rice Lake
Previous: No. 6
The Warriors improved to 5-0 after a 47-30 victory over Chippewa Falls. Jacob Kunz, Connor Durand, and Lucas Peters pounded the Cardinals’ defense to submission by combining for 273 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Meanwhile, Will Johnson completed the Warriors’ lone touchdown catch. The Warriors defense was efficient, tallying 36 tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble, and an interception. Rice Lake can earn its sixth victory against eighth-ranked New Richmond on Friday.
7. Marquette University
Previous: No. 7
The Hilltoppers are on a four-game winning streak after a 45-7 masterclass versus Menomonee Falls. Marquette’s defense allowed only one touchdown while generating 72 tackles. Meanwhile, Tommy Novotny paced the Hilltoppers offense with 139 rushing yards and four touchdowns. Luke Josetti added two passing touchdowns, finding Cal Ferber and Christian Miller for scoring throws. Marquette can make it five wins in a row against Nathan Hale on the 27th.
8. New Richmond
Previous: No. 9 (+1)
The Tigers had little problem in improving their record to 5-0. Against River Falls, Joe Hoeppner, Tavian Brandt, Nick Stellrecht, and Austyn Wittek collaborated for 231 rushing yards and one touchdown each. Aiden Eckert had 87 receiving yards and a touchdown, while Stellrecht finished with 115 passing yards. Meanwhile, their defense ended up with 52 tackles, a sack, and an interception. New Richmond will face their most formidable challenge yet in a clash with sixth-ranked Rice Lake on the 27th.
9. Waunakee
Previous: No. 8 (-1)
While they dropped one spot in the Wisconsin high school football rankings, the Warriors’ second-ranked offense scored 49 points against Fort Atkinson. Conversely, their fifth-ranked defense also played their part by shutting down the Fort Atkinson offense. Waunakee will host winless Oregon in their next match as they target their fifth win in six games.
10. Muskego
Previous: No. 10
Muskego is on a two-game losing streak after generating only three points against fourth-ranked Arrowhead. Gabe Walden’s field goal prevented a shutout loss, while quarterback Joey Shaw generated only 11 passing yards. However, the defense was commendable, limiting Arrowhead to seven points by generating 72 tackles and two sacks. The Warriors can end their skid with a victory against 21st-ranked Germantown on the 27th.
Teams 11-25 in the latest Wisconsin High School Football Rankings
11. Verona Area
12. Kaukauna
13. Hamilton
14. Slinger
15. Appleton North
16. Neenah
17. Bay Port
18. Catholic Memorial
19. West De Pere
20. Homestead
21. Germantown
22. Mount Horeb
23. Cedarburg
24. Vel Phillips Memorial (+1)
25. Notre Dame De La Baie Academy (-1)