BOZEMAN — When asked about the motto for the Montana State running backs this season, Julius Davis smiled.

"When the pads get to popping, Juice Squad ain’t stopping," he stated.

"Juice Squad" has been the nickname of MSU's running back position for years, as the strong run game tends to bring the spark to the Bobcats' offense.

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Within the running back room is last year's Big Sky freshman of the year, Adam Jones. This year, he's the Big Sky’s preseason offensive MVP and was named to the Walter Payton Award preseason watch list. He’s also a preseason second-team All American.

"I’ve got to go out there and prove it all over again," Jones said. "These preseason honors aren’t going to mean anything when it gets to January and February, and all that stuff comes out.

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