Danna was ranked among the best players in the Detroit Metro area, signing with Central Michigan. While only starting four games over his redshirt freshman and sophomore campaigns, Danna gave the Chippewas' pass rush a boost (31 tackles, 4.5 for loss, 1.5 sacks in 2016; 54 tackles, 8.5 for loss, four sacks in 2017). His game took a step forward in 2018, earning first-team All-MAC and team MVP honors after leading the squad with 15 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks among 66 total stops (also forcing three fumbles). That performance enticed Michigan to offer him a spot on their 2019 roster as a graduate transfer. Danna played in all 13 games with one start for the Wolverines, making 38 tackles and three sacks on the year.