BILLINGS — A year ago, Montana State's offense was a steamroller.

The Bobcats ranked in the top five in the FCS in 11 statistical categories, and were in the top two in total offense, scoring, rushing, rushing touchdowns, passing efficiency, first downs, third-down conversion percentage, red zone scoring and fewest passing interceptions.

At the heart of it all was quarterback Tommy Mellott, who won the Walter Payton Award after passing for 2,759 yards, rushing for 1,050 more and accounting for 46 total TDs during a run to the national championship game in Frisco, Texas.

But Mellott is gone — not to mention offensive coordinator Tyler Walker, offensive line coach Al Johnson, receivers coach/pass game coordinator Justin Udy and several key contributors.

With expectations still sky-high i

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