Menashe P. Miller - The current Deputy Mayor of Lakewood, Miller, a veteran four term committeeman and Major in the Air Force Reserves who has served four times as Lakewood's Mayor, is an Ocean County favorite. Miller is also a legislative aide to the district.

James Bean - Former Belmar Councilman who ran unsuccessfully for Mayor has a personal story and following in the Belmar area.

Gary Rich - The veteran Monmouth County Freeholder and Spring Lake resident who is not seeking re-election this year could instead opt to run for the State Assembly.

Claire Fench - The former Monmouth County Clerk and Wall Township resident, created a PAC two years ago to support Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno's political efforts - the former clerk may choose to renter politics

Gregg Olivera - Manasquan Councilman and likeable shore elected official has built a good social media presence

Rob Nicastro - The Deputy Mayor of Howell and close ally to Chairman Shaun Golden could jump in but has a lot of baggage courtesy of the Asbury Park Press.

Robert Walsh - The firecracker Howell Councilman has toyed with running for higher office multiple times. This could be it.

Dominick DiRocco - Former Christie Aide and Deputy AG, DiRocco is an establishment favorite in Wall.