2019 football preview

Another head coaching change preceded the 2019 season, but Keyport is hoping some stability on the sideline and on the front lines will lead to a return to championship form.

Asbury Park returns a potentially dominant front on both sides of the ball, but the key to success in 2019 could be the Blue Bishops' youth movement.

Mater Dei fell just short of completing a championship season and with another impressive roster, the Seraphs have their eyes on finishing the job in 2019.

After installing a new offense last yeae, Raritan brings back a more seasoned squad that hopes to build off last year's progress.

Despite an inexperienced roster, Neptune has the kind of talent, revamped coaching staff and updated schedule that could make for a return to glory.

Long Branch lost a lot of impact talent from a 12-1 state championship team and will try to ride the state's top rusher from a year ago to another championship season.

A season-ending injury to one of the top-10 rushers in the Shore last year shocked Red Bank but the Bucs remain determined to win an elusive championship.

After a down season by its standards in 2018, St. John Vianney looks to rebound behind its talented crop of skill players.

Last year Freehold Boro proved it could survive life after Ashante Worthy. This year, the Colonials try to replace another dual-threat QB against a brutal schedule.

Despite some key injuries last year, Wall capped 2018 ranked in the Shore Sports Network Top 10. With a load of talent back and a clean bill of health, the expectations are even higher in 2019.

Your home for previews of all 43 Shore Conference football teams and more as we ready for the 2019 high school football season.