Preseason Power Rankings Unveiled
The Wisconsin Football Coaches Association has released its preseason Division 1 rankings, positioning Arrowhead at the summit as the team to beat heading into the new campaign.
Arrowhead entered the rankings after a dramatic state‑title victory a year ago, capped by a kick‑return touchdown in the final minute that sealed a 28‑27 win over their rivals.
Arrowhead’s Returning Firepower
Head coach Matt Harris returns with a revamped roster that brings back seven offensive starters and eight defensive stalwarts, giving the program continuity that many rivals lack.
Among the returning weapons, quarterback Nolan Hanson will once again orchestrate the offense after amassing nearly 2,000 passing yards last season, while running backs Jebari Craig and Devin Nettles each topped the 700‑yard rushing mark.
At tight end, Tre Oiler is being touted as a Division 1 talent, adding a dynamic threat that could stretch defenses and open up the ground game.
Other Teams Eyeing the Top Spot
Muskego, fresh off a 14‑13 loss to Neenah in the season opener, answered with an eleven‑game winning streak that showcased the team’s resilience and depth.
Coach Ryan Lucchesi stresses that the team’s system remains unchanged, allowing players to focus on execution rather than overhauling schemes.
Franklin’s perfect regular‑season record in 2025 earned them the Southeast Conference crown, and new head coach Drew Ambrose is confident that the team’s depth at skill positions will keep them in the title conversation.
Other programs making noise include Bay Port, which captured the Division 1 crown in 2024 and rode a strong postseason run into the following year, and Hamilton, which posted impressive non‑conference victories over Kimberly and Racine Case.
Neenah opened the year with a surprise win over Muskego and nearly upset Arrowhead in Week 2, while West De Pere went unbeaten in the regular season, highlighted by a 48‑45 thriller against Bay Port.
Badger claimed an outright Southern Lakes Conference title, and Hudson remained entrenched in the Big Rivers race, both poised to challenge the traditional powerhouses.
With a slate of competitive matchups and coaching changes across the state, the upcoming season promises twists, turnarounds, and a fresh chance for new heroes to emerge.