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Boise native elected the top defender in the Big Sky; Vandals picked in top half

Josh Buss already has one of the most decorated careers for a defensive player at Montana. And the 2014 Mountain View High grad added another award to his mantle Monday.

Buss was named the defensive player of the year on the 2018 Big Sky Football Preseason All-Conference Team at the league’s annual media day. Media representatives throughout the league chose the team.

“We’re really excited for Josh and the recognition this award gives our program,” Montana coach Bobby Hauck told the school’s website. “He’s been a terrific player for the Grizzlies, and we expect the same from him in his senior season.