The Jet is ready for take off again.

They are calling junior Jai’Den Thomas the best running back in the Mountain West this season. He’s a preseason all-conference selection from UNLV whose shiftiness and speed should bother all sorts of opposing defensive coordinators.

Thomas could have gone elsewhere after a sophomore season that saw him rush for 918 yards and seven touchdowns. Could have opted to leave once former coach Barry Odom departed for Purdue.

Instead, the 5-foot-9 Thomas saw something in new coach Dan Mullen and the offense he’s bringing to UNLV. Even in a spread attack, Thomas became convinced staying put in the Rebels backfield was the best decision for him.

Loves the game

“He was unbelievable last year and the kid loves football,” offensive coordinator Corey Dennis said

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