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Lions RB David Montgomery Shuts Down Trade Report

Lions RB David Montgomery Shuts Down Trade Report

Summary

A report suggested that David Montgomery, a Detroit Lions running back, wanted to be traded, but Montgomery denied this through a social media post. He has been with the Lions since 2023 under a three-year contract and has been performing well alongside his teammate Jahmyr Gibbs.

Key Facts

  • David Montgomery is a running back for the Detroit Lions.
  • A report said Montgomery wanted a trade, but he denied it on social media.
  • Montgomery joined the Lions in 2023 with a three-year contract worth $18 million.
  • Last season, Montgomery ran for 775 yards and scored 12 touchdowns.
  • Jahmyr Gibbs, Montgomery's teammate, ran for 1,412 yards and scored 16 touchdowns.
  • The Lions finished the 2024 season with a 15-2 record.
  • The NFL's free agency begins on March 11.
  • The 2026 NFL Draft starts on April 23 in Pittsburgh.

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