David Montgomery (born June 7, 1997), nicknamed "Knuckles", is an American professional football running back for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Iowa State Cyclones and was selected by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft .

Montgomery was ninth in rushing yards, third in rushing touchdowns and handled the third-most carries inside the 5 last season. He lacks passing-game upside (16 catches in 14 games last...

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Dec 16, 2024 · Running back David Montgomery suffered a torn MCL during Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Bills, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Monday. Lions head coach Dan Campbell later...

Jan 5, 2025 · Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery will not return for the NFC North/No. 1 seed showdown against Minnesota, but could he be back for the postseason?

Oct 12, 2024 · The Detroit Lions and running back David Montgomery have agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $18.25 million, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Saturday.

Jan 21, 2025 · Montgomery rushed for over 1,000 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2023, and he was on track to repeat his success in 2024 before he suffered what he feared was a season-ending knee injury in Week 15.

Jan 21, 2025 · Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) watches warm up before the game between Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.

Oct 12, 2024 · The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they have signed RB David Montgomery to a contract extension through the 2027 season.