David Montgomery Traded to Texans

The Lions traded RB David Montgomery to Houston, adding a powerful back to pair with Woody Marks. The move addresses the run game after Mixon/Chubb departures and shifts AFC South odds. Stroud's recent comments highlight Montgomery as key support for the offense. A recent article highlights Montgomery's potential to rush for 1,000 yards in 2026, but also notes depth concerns behind him. A ranking article placed him at No. 12 among Texans. A new article lists him among players with most to prove in camp. ESPN's newcomer list also highlights Montgomery's red-zone production as a key addition.