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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Jul 6, 1997 · Complete career NFL stats for Detroit Lions Running Back David Montgomery on ESPN. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and receiving stats.

RB David Montgomery speaks on his thoughts about his injury and how blessed he is to be back with the team. Watch all the highlights from the Detroit Lions' 34-31 Week 14 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

Jan 6, 2025 · Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery, who has been recovering from an MCL injury sustained in mid-December, may be on track to return for the playoffs. Montgomery avoided surgery after the injury and has been diligently rehabbing, providing hope that he could play a crucial role for the Lions in their postseason push.

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

Oct 12, 2024 · He will continue to be a big factor for Detroit's offense after he and the team agreed to a contract extension Saturday that will keep him a Lion through the 2027 season. Montgomery, 27, signed a three-year contract in free agency ahead of the 2023 season.

Jan 15, 2025 · As a swarm of media gathered around David Montgomery on Tuesday evening, one reporter in the throng told him, “We missed you.” A smile spread across the Detroit Lions running back's face. “Don’t make me emotional,” he replied teasingly. Montgomery, one of the main power sources of the team’s prolific ground attack, then turned serious.