Marlboro can painfully close to ending its state playoff drought in 2021 and this year's team has its sights set on the program's first trip to the postseason in 23 years.
Raritan has had a knack for peaking for the postseason and with a talented 2022 squad, the Rockets wouldn't mind a fast start to complement a championship finish.
St. John Vianney has had some big-time talent over the last decade, but under first-year head coach Jeff Papcun, the focus is back on the little things that win games.
Howell has lost a stunning number of close games over the last three seasons and with some more experience and more muscle in camp this year, the Rebels are hoping to change that.
Matawan has the makings of an imposing defense and depth on both lines. If the Huskies can answer questions at quarterback and running back, they could be primed for a breakout season.
Monmouth returns three of the Shore's top skill players, deep offensive and defensive lines and a close-knit senior class ahead of a big 2022 season for the Falcons.
The best way to replace a coaching legend is with a king. Chad King takes over the Long Branch football program and will try to keep the Green Wave a state-title contender.