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  • Unsure about IR

    Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday that the team hasn't made a decision about placing Montgomery (knee) on injured reserve, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery spent much of this week visiting medical experts and now believes he can return from his MCL injury before the end of the campaign without undergoing surgery. Placing him on injured reserve before Sunday's game against the Bears not only would rule Montgomery out for the rest of the regular season but also for Detroit's first game of the playoffs. Given that reality, he may be kept on the roster even if there's no chance he plays again through Week 18. The Lions won't have a playoff…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • May return for playoffs

    Montgomery (knee) is now optimistic he'll avoid surgery and hopes to return during the playoffs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Previously expected to undergo season-ending surgery for an MCL tear, Montgomery apparently got promising feedback from medical experts and now hopes he can recover with rest. The report suggests he'll still miss the rest of the regular season but may return at some point in January for a Detroit team that's currently battling for the No. 1 seed in the NFC.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seeking third opinion on injury

    Head coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday that Montgomery (knee) is seeking a third opinion on his MCL injury, which is why the team has not yet placed him on injured reserve, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Campbell has already said Montgomery is expected to undergo season-ending surgery to address the MCL sprain in his right knee, but with Detroit gearing up to hopefully make a deep playoff push, the standout running back is leaving the door open for an alternative treatment plan. The expectation remains, though, that Montgomery will be shut down for the remainder of the 2024 campaign, leaving Jahmyr Gibbs atop the backfield, with Craig Reynolds and rookie Sione Vaki handling expanded depth roles.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Confirmed out for season

    Head coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Montgomery will undergo season-ending surgery to address an MCL sprain in his right knee, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery appeared to sustain the injury on a three-yard run midway through the second quarter of Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills. The Lions never ruled him out for the game, but he played limited snaps thereafter, finishing the game with season-low 35 total yards on nine touches (five carries, four receptions). The loss of Montgomery for the rest of the regular season and playoffs likely sets up Jahmyr Gibbs to take on a workhorse role out of the backfield. Behind Gibbs on the depth chart…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers potentially serious injury

    Montgomery (knee) sustained an MCL injury in his knee during Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills, the severity of which could be season ending, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery is undergoing additional tests on his knee Monday and will seek a second opinion on whatever initial results he receives, but Schefter reports that at this time the standout running back is considered out indefinitely. The Lions have yet to make an official announcement regarding Montgomery's status, but the severity of his knee injury ultimately may rule him out for the remainder of the regular season and thus the fantasy playoffs, if not the entire 2024 campaign. Montgomery's…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by game script

    Montgomery rushed the ball five times for four yards in Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills. He added four receptions on four targets for 31 yards.

    Analysis: The Lions fell behind quickly in the contest and attempted only 15 rushes as a result. That left Montgomery largely uninvolved, though he did top 30 receiving yards for the fourth straight game. A Week 16 matchup against the Bears should allow a more balanced offensive game plan for the Lions, with Montgomery returning to a more typical level of involvement.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another TD in division win

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 51 yards and a touchdown and brought in all five targets for 33 yards in the Lions' 34-31 win over the Packers on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Montgomery capped off the opening possession of the game with a three-yard walk-in rushing touchdown, his fifth in the last five games. The veteran back generally found running room at a premium, but he set a new season high in receptions and targets. Montgomery has consistently complemented his work on the ground with solid production through the air of late, as he'll head into a Week 15 home showdown against the Bills on Sunday, Dec. 15 with a 14-143-0 line on 14 targets in the last four…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Surpasses 100 total yards Thursday

    Montgomery (shoulder) rushed 21 times for 88 yards while catching all three of his targets for 36 yards in Thursday's 23-20 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Montgomery showed no ill effects from the shoulder injury that prompted him to exit in the third quarter of Detroit's 24-6 Week 12 win over the Colts. His 21 carries easily surpassed his season average of 13.2 rushing attempts heading into this game, and he topped Jahmyr Gibbs by one rushing yard for the team lead. After being held without a rushing touchdown Thursday for only the third time this season, Montgomery will look to get back into the end zone Week 14 against the Packers on Thursday…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active on Thanksgiving

    Montgomery (shoulder) is active for Thursday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Montgomery exited this past Sunday's 24-6 win at Indianapolis late in the third quarter due to a shoulder injury and didn't return. Afterward, he told Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com that he believed the Lions made the right decision to rest him down the stretch and also that he intended to play Thursday. Detroit held walkthroughs during the entirety of Week 13 prep, and Montgomery followed a DNP/LP/FP practice regimen. It was enough for the sixth-year pro to be available, and he likely will retain…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Montgomery (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Montgomery missed the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Colts but said afterward he would be ready by Thursday. It's not entirely clear his optimistic assessment was accurate, but the fact that the Lions listed him as a full practice participant Wednesday is a positive sign. However, the Lions held only walk-through practices on a short week, which means Montgomery didn't really get to test his injured shoulder in drills against teammates. Fantasy managers will want to check back for the…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in Tuesday's walk-through

    The Lions listed Montgomery (shoulder) as a limited participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice.

    Analysis: After leaving early in Sunday's 24-6 win over the Colts with the shoulder issue, Montgomery's status is one to watch with the Lions facing a quick turnaround for Week 13 with a Thursday game against the Bears. The Lions aren't likely to hold any high-intensity practices during the short week, but Montgomery's improvement in being estimated as a non-participant Monday to a limited participant Tuesday is generally a positive sign. Head coach Dan Campbell told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out walk-through practice

    Montgomery (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant in Monday's walkthrough, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery injured his shoulder in Sunday's win over the Colts and wasn't cleared to return in the second half. Despite the early exit, Montgomery said after the Week 12 victory that he anticipated being ready for Thursday's game against the Bears. Montgomery likely will need to practice in some fashion Tuesday or Wednesday in order to play on the short week. If Montgomery is unable to go, Jahmyr Gibbs would be a candidate for increased work out of the backfield.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plans to play Thursday

    Montgomery, who exited Sunday's 24-6 win over the Colts with a shoulder injury, indicated afterward that he'll be ready for Thursday's game against the Bears, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, Montgomery added that he believed it was a smart decision to rest him after he sustained his injury, but for now it looks like he's not in line to miss any action beyond Sunday. That said, look for the running back's name to be on the Lions' upcoming injury reports ahead of Thursday's contest.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures shoulder Sunday

    Montgomery sustained a shoulder injury during Sunday's game at Indianapolis.

    Analysis: In the waning moments of the third quarter, Montgomery was seen walking to the locker room without a helmet or jersey, after which he was deemed questionable to return, per Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News. Prior to his exit, Montgomery had eight carries for 37 yards and one touchdown and three catches (on three targets) for 36 yards. Jahmyr Gibbs should handle most of the backfield reps for the Lions for as long as Montgomery is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two more touchdowns in win

    Montgomery rushed 15 times for 75 yards and two touchdowns and brought in all three targets for 20 yards in the Lions' 52-6 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery once again found himself in the end zone in the Lions' lopsided win, making multiple trips via his two- and six-yard runs in the first half. The veteran back was also more involved than usual as a receiver, with his three receptions tying for his second-highest figure of the season in that category. Montgomery's ultra-reliable red-zone role will keep him as a highly viable fantasy asset in all formats heading into a Week 12 road matchup against the Colts.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Punches in short TD on SNF

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 32 yards and a touchdown while adding 24 yards off of one reception in Sunday's 26-23 win over Houston.

    Analysis: Montgomery didn't have his finest game on the ground, but a short score in the third quarter helped round out a solid fantasy performance overall. The thunder of Detroit's two-star backfield saw 13 touches to Jahmyr Gibbs' 21, with the two backs being used in tandem as head coach Dan Campbell often does. Montgomery could see a more favorable game script when the 7-1 Lions host the 2-8 Jaguars next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 9:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 96 yards in win

    Montgomery rushed the ball 17 times for 73 yards in Sunday's 24-14 win over the Packers. He added three receptions on three targets for 23 yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery paced the Detroit backfield in sloppy conditions, accounting for 20 touches as opposed to 12 for Jahmyr Gibbs. That marked his highest carry total since Week 3, and he was steady with the opportunity by averaging 4.3 yards per carry with a long gain of 12. However, he did fail to find the end zone for the second time in his last three contests, which has limited his fantasy output in the split backfield.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Saves day with early score

    Montgomery rushed the ball nine times for 33 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 52-14 win over the Titans. He added on reception on one target for five yards and also recorded a three-yard touchdown pass.

    Analysis: The Lions had an odd game script to work with, as they were handed several short fields by their defense and special teams. Volume was limited across the board, and Montgomery turned in a muted stat line as a result. Still, he found the end zone twice, first with a seven-yard run. He then added a three-yard pass to Sam LaPorta on a trick play just before halftime. Montgomery has at least one touchdown in six of seven games this season, and his role is extremely valuable in the explosive Detroit…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Knee not a long-term concern

    Speaking with the media Monday, coach Dan Campbell said there's no long-term concern about the knee injury David Montgomery suffered in Sunday's win over the Vikings, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.

    Analysis: Campbell said Montgomery took a knee to the back of his knee and suffered a "bad bruise," per Rogers. Montgomery was briefly forced to leave the win over Minnesota, but he was able to return to the game after being checked by the medical staff. He rushed a season-low nine times for 61 yards and added 3-39-0 on four targets in the pass game, but it was his first game without a touchdown this season. Jahmyr Gibbs was able to pick up more of the slack with Montgomery hobbled, finishing with 160…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deals with adversity in Week 7 win

    Montgomery rushed nine times for 31 yards and brought in three of four targets for 39 yards in the Lions' 31-29 win over the Vikings on Sunday. He also lost a fumble that was returned for a touchdown.

    Analysis: Montgomery missed time in the first half with a knee injury, and although he was able to return, he was significantly outpaced by backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs (160 total yards, two rushing TDs). Montgomery then nearly cost the Lions the game with his rare fourth-quarter fumble, which the Vikings' Ivan Pace was able to scoop up and return 36 yards for a touchdown. Montgomery's rush attempts and rushing yards were both season lows, and he also failed to score for the first time this season, but…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in Sunday's game

    Montgomery (knee) returned to Sunday's game at Minnesota, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: In the middle of the first quarter, Montgomery remained on the turf for a spell after a carry for no gain before he limped off the field with team trainers. After getting examined and working out his knee on an exercise bike, he got back into the contest early in the second quarter. Montgomery will continue to work in tandem with Jahmyr Gibbs out of Detroit's backfield.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures knee Sunday

    Montgomery was forced out of Sunday's game against the Vikings with a knee injury.

    Analysis: Before leaving the contest, Montgomery carried twice for three yards and caught both of his targets for 25 yards. In his absence, Jahmyr Gibbs, Craig Reynolds and Sione Vaki are left to handle the Lions' Week 7 backfield duties.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of scores in win

    Montgomery rushed the ball 12 times for 80 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 47-9 win over the Cowboys. He added one reception on one target for zero yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery got the Detroit offense rolling by racking up 28 rushing yards with a touchdown on the team's first drive. He found the end zone again just before halftime with a one-yard touchdown plunge to give him his first multi-score game of the season. Montgomery saw only three carries in the second half due to a blowout game script, and even while splitting work with Jahmyr Gibbs out of the backfield, he has at least 70 total yards and a touchdown in all five games this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 5:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands contract extension

    Montgomery agreed to a two-year, $18.25 million contract extension with the Lions on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery will get $10.5 million guaranteed in the new deal, which keeps him on the Lions' books through 2027. He has been a tone setter on offense for the Lions this season, scoring one touchdown in each of the team's four contests and tallying 271 yards on 63 carries along with 94 yards on nine catches overall. Backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs -- who has 285 rushing yards and three scores on 54 carries along with an 11-76-1 receiving line this season -- is also signed with the Lions through 2027.

    Published: Sat, Oct 12 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another touchdown in win

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 40 yards and a touchdown and brought in his only target for a 40-yard reception in the Lions' 42-29 win over the Seahawks on Monday night.

    Analysis: Montgomery saw backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs receive a pair of rushing opportunities from inside the five-yard line that he parlayed into short touchdowns. However, those were preceded by Montgomery's own one-yard scoring rush in the first quarter that served as the first points of the night for either squad. He also contributed a career-long reception on the Lions' first play from scrimmage in the second half, igniting a drive that culminated in an Amon-Ra St. Brown touchdown pass to Jared Goff.…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops century mark and scores TD

    Montgomery rushed 23 times for 105 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Montgomery has a one-yard rushing touchdown in all three of Detroit's games this season, and he checked that accomplishment off on the opening drive against Arizona. He wasn't as successful on a key short-yardage carry in the third quarter, getting stuffed for no gain on fourth-and-1. Nonetheless, Montgomery set new season highs in both carries and rushing yards. Jahmyr Gibbs is the superior pass catcher in Detroit's backfield, but Montgomery has also been reliable in that regard, having caught…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Short-yardage success continues

    Montgomery rushed 11 times for 35 yards and a touchdown while catching all four of his targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Montgomery scored his second one-yard touchdown in as many games in the third quarter, but he was otherwise outplayed by Jahmyr Gibbs, who turned 20 touches into 106 scrimmage yards. While Gibbs gets occasional goal-line opportunities, Montgomery gets most of his value from his short-yardage proficiency, as the former Bears running back has 15 rushing touchdowns in 16 regular-season games since joining the Lions. Montgomery will try to extend his season-opening touchdown streak in Week 3…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps dominant OT with winning TD

    Montgomery rushed 17 times for 91 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for two yards in Sunday's 26-20 overtime win over the Rams.

    Analysis: After watching Jahmyr Gibbs score a one-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter, Montgomery powered in one of his own to win the game in overtime. That touchdown capped a drive on which Montgomery dominated a tired Rams defense, producing 45 yards and the game-winning score on five rushing attempts. Montgomery will look to build on the momentum from his strong finish when the Lions host the Buccaneers in Week 2.

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 9:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Geared up for Year 2 with Detroit

    Montgomery is entering his second campaign as a primary backfield option for the Lions.

    Analysis: Montgomery signed with Detroit ahead of the 2023 campaign, turning 219 carries into 1,015 yards and a career-high 13 touchdowns, while also securing 16 receptions for 117 yards over 14 games with the Lions. The running back operated in the more "traditional" role in the backfield while Jahmyr Gibbs handled more of the receiving work at the position. Although Montgomery had a career low in receptions, his role as the bruiser with Detroit has proven to be a fruitful one over the last two years,…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 28 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone against 49ers

    Montgomery rushed the ball 15 times for 93 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the 49ers. He added two receptions (on two targets) for 20 yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery accounted for Detroit's second score of the game with a one-yard touchdown run late in the first quarter. He was also efficient with his opportunities throughout the contest, ripping off long runs of 16 and 15 yards and resulting in his highest yardage total since Week 10. Despite missing three games, Montgomery reached 1,000 rushing yards in the regular season for the second time in his career, and he also tallied a career-high 13 touchdowns. He'll likely be back with the Lions in…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 28 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes back seat to Gibbs in win

    Montgomery carried the ball 10 times for 33 yards and caught three of four targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 31-23 divisional-round win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The veteran running back failed to reach 50 scrimmage yards for the second time in three games and saw his four-game TD streak come to an end. Meanwhile, Jahmyr Gibbs topped 100 scrimmage yards and scored a touchdown, and Craig Reynolds also punched in a short score on fourth-and-1 late in the third quarter. Montgomery will likely be more involved in the game plan next weekend against the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading rusher in WC win

    Montgomery ran the ball 14 times for 57 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for 11 yards in Sunday's 24-23 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Montgomery kicked off the scoring Sunday when he capped off a 10-play, 75-yard opening drive with a one-yard touchdown run. The bruising back would go on to lead Detroit's backfield in both carries and yards while both he and Jahmyr Gibbs scored a first-quarter touchdown. In fact, the backfield mates finished the wild-card win with exactly 68 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown apiece. Detroit figures to employ a similar run-heavy strategy spearheaded by Montgomery in the upcoming NFC…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 14 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends regular season with another TD

    Montgomery rushed 10 times for 40 yards with one touchdown during Sunday's 30-20 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: While Montgomery drew the start and played into the fourth quarter with the rest of the Lions starters, he saw less work than Jahmyr Gibbs, who rushed 13 times for 30 yards and a touchdown of his own. However, the production was enough for the Iowa State product to end his first season in Detroit with more than 1,000 yards rushing (1,015) in 13 games while averaging one rushing touchdown per contest. With each of Sam LaPorta (knee), Jameson Williams (ankle) and Kalif Raymond (knee) banged up,…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces backfield in loss

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 65 yards and a touchdown and failed to bring in his only target in the Lions' 20-19 loss to the Cowboys on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Montgomery's rushing yardage total led the Lions on the night, and he notably outpaced backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs by 22 yards despite seeing one less carry. Montgomery also was the only one of the pair to get into the end zone, recording a three-yard scoring run in the third quarter for his 12th touchdown of the campaign. The veteran did fail to log a receiving stat for the first time in Week 12, but with six trips to the end zone in the last six games, he heads into the Week 18 finale against…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 30 at 8:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 16 win

    Montgomery rushed 17 times for 55 yards and a touchdown and caught both his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 30-24 win over Minnesota.

    Analysis: Montgomery logged eight carries on Detroit's first offensive drive, ending the 14-play march with a one-yard touchdown run. Jahmyr Gibbs largely took over in the Lions' backfield from there and finished with the better overall rushing line (15-80-2), though the potent duo ended with an equal number of total touches (19). Gibbs has proven to be an explosive force for Detroit in his rookie campaign, and he's gained at least 60 yards on the ground in four straight contests while scoring five times…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 82 yards

    Montgomery carried the ball 17 times for 85 yards in Saturday's 42-17 win over the Broncos. He added two receptions on three targets for minus-3 yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery saw 19 touches compared to 13 for Jahmyr Gibbs, though Gibbs out-gained him and also found the end zone twice. The latter factor is particularly concerning, as Gibbs' second score of the game came with the Lions up 35-10 and from the 12-yard line. Despite remaining relatively efficient, Montgomery has now failed to score in consecutive games after tallying 10 rushing touchdowns in his first nine contests of the campaign.

    Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 11:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 85 total yards

    Montgomery rushed the ball 10 times for 66 yards in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Bears. He added three receptions on three targets for 19 yards.

    Analysis: The Lions were forced out of their typical run-heavy offensive attack, as they played from behind for nearly the entire game. As a result, Montgomery lost out on volume and split both touches and production almost exactly evenly with Jahmyr Gibbs. Since topping 100 rushing yards in his return from injury Week 10, Montgomery has since failed to top 76 yards on the ground in his last four contests, though he had found the end zone in every game in that span before Sunday's loss.

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 13 win

    Montgomery rushed 18 times for 56 yards and a touchdown and brought in one of two targets for minus-1 yard in the Lions' 33-28 win over the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery opened the scoring on the afternoon with a two-yard touchdown run early in the first quarter, but the rest of his afternoon was largely a struggle. The workhorse back has now scored in four consecutive contests, and his carry count Sunday was his highest since Week 5. Montgomery now gets a second crack at his old Bears teammates in a Week 14 road divisional clash.

    Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice

    Montgomery (foot) was a full practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Montgomery was a limited participant Wednesday in the Lions' first Week 13 practice, but his ability to take every rep a day later clears up any concern about his availability for Sunday's game in New Orleans. Since overcoming a rib injury following the Lions' Week 9 bye, the fifth-year running back is averaging 13.7 touches and 95.0 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring a touchdown in each of Detroit's last three contests.

    Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with foot injury

    Montgomery was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a foot injury.

    Analysis: Montgomery has missed three games this season on account of thigh (Week 3) and rib injuries (Weeks 7 and 8), but it's unclear if his current foot issue is something that may threaten his availability for Sunday's game in New Orleans. In three appearances since returning to action Week 10, Montgomery has totaled 41 touches for 285 yards from scrimmage and three rushing scores, while rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs has accrued 46 touches for 280 total yards and three rushing touchdowns himself…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores another touchdown

    Montgomery rushed 15 times for 71 yards with one touchdown and a two-point conversion during Thursday's 29-22 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: After Jahmyr Gibbs seemed to eat into Montgomery's between-the-tackles role coming out of Detroit's Week 9 bye, Montgomery has seen four more carries than Gibbs in each of the two games since then. He also got the nod on a number of goal-line rushing attempts after Gibbs handled four of them over the past couple of weeks, and Montgomery took full advantage of the opportunity to remain the only running back outside of Raheem Mostert to average more than one rushing touchdown per game in 2023.…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores go-ahead TD late in win

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 76 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: After watching fellow running back Jahmyr Gibbs run in a two-yard touchdown in the second quarter, Montgomery scored the game-winning touchdown from one yard out with 29 seconds left in the fourth. This was the second consecutive game since Montgomery's return from a rib injury in which both of Detroit's top two running backs found the end zone. Montgomery and Gibbs will likely continue to split carries as Montgomery looks to add to his season total of eight rushing touchdowns on Thanksgiving…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes impact in return

    Montgomery carried the ball 12 times for 116 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-38 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Seeing his first action since Week 6 after missing Detroit's last two games due to a rib injury, Montgomery didn't skip a beat, recording his third 100-yard performance of the season and scoring his seventh rushing TD on a 75-yard gallop in the second quarter. However, the fifth-year back didn't see the same kind of workload he had prior to his absence, as Jahmyr Gibbs racked up 112 yards from scrimmage and two rushing scores on 17 touches. Even in a timeshare with Gibbs, Montgomery still…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Montgomery (ribs) practiced in full Thursday.

    Analysis: The Lions didn't get in any on-field work Wednesday, when they listed Montgomery as a full participant. One day later, he again received the same listing, only this time the team practiced. Montgomery thus is poised to see his first game action since Week 6 on Sunday at the Chargers, putting an end to a two-game absence. The biggest question mark in Detroit's backfield moving forward is the breakdown of snaps between Montgomery and rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, the latter of whom tallied 51 touches for…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 9 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets full listing Wednesday

    Montgomery (ribs) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report.

    Analysis: Montgomery hasn't suited up since suffering a rib cartilage injury Week 6 at Tampa Bay, missing two games as a result. With the benefit of a Week 9 bye, however, he appears poised to return Sunday on the road against the Chargers. Having said that, the Lions didn't hold practice Wednesday, so his listing on the Lions' last two reports of Week 10 prep will be telling for his availability and potential upcoming workload. Rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs was a workhorse during Montgomery's…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 8 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward Week 10 return

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Montgomery (rib) is trending toward a return to action Sunday against the Chargers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Before the Lions went on bye Week 9, Montgomery missed the team's previous two games with a rib cartilage injury. The time off appears to have allowed Montgomery to heal, as Kyle Meinke of MLive.com relays that the running back didn't seem too inhibited while participating in Monday's walk-through workout coming off the bye week. In the three games this season in which both Montgomery and first-round pick Gibbs have been available, Montgomery has handily paced the Detroit backfield, averaging…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return after bye

    Montgomery (ribs) is expected to return to the lineup for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery will have had a full four weeks to recover from his rib cartilage injury before the matchup in Los Angeles, and Detroit seemingly signaled their confidence in his availability by parting ways with No. 4 running back Devine Ozigbo last Thursday. While it's not clear how the Lions will divvy up the rushing workload after rookie Jahmyr Gibbs excelled in Montgomery's absence, the veteran seems likely to reclaim a significant amount of touches after averaging 22 carries in his first four…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unsurprisingly ruled out

    Montgomery (ribs) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: It never seemed possible Montgomery would play prior to the team's Week 9 bye, especially given the severity of the rib cartilage issue. In Montgomery's two absences this season, Jahmyr Gibbs has tallied 148 rushing yards on 28 carries to go along with 16 receptions for 97 yards and one touchdown. Expect the rookie and Craig Reynolds to get a heavy workload against a vulnerable Raiders defense.

    Published: Sat, Oct 28 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Montgomery (ribs) isn't practicing Friday, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: With two straight absences to begin Week 8 prep, Montgomery appears to be trending toward missing a second straight game due to a rib cartilage injury. The Lions will wait and see what Montgomery is able to do Saturday -- if anything -- before handing him a designation for Monday's game against the Raiders. If Montgomery is once again sidelined Week 8, rookie Jahmyr Gibbs would be in line for another turn as the Lions' lead back.

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing to start Week 8 prep

    Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Montgomery (ribs) won't practice Thursday, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: While Campbell said that Montgomery is showing improvement in his recovery from cartilage damage to his ribs, the coach noted he's counting on Jahmyr Gibbs to step up and lead the Detroit backfield this week. Campbell's comments imply that Montgomery is trending toward a second straight absence Monday against the Raiders, though whether the running back is ruled out ahead of the contest or listed as doubtful or questionable may not be decided until after Saturday's practice session. The Lions…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for Week 7

    Montgomery (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Baltimore.

    Analysis: Montgomery will miss at least one contest due to the rib cartilage issue that he sustained this past Sunday at Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Week 7, indicating he'll be the Lions' primary running back Sunday, especially with Craig Reynolds (hamstring/toe) questionable to play. Montgomery's next chance to suit up is Monday, Oct. 30 versus the Raiders.

    Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent again

    Montgomery (ribs) didn't practice Thursday, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery has missed consecutive practices after a rib injury forced him out of Sunday's win over Tampa Bay. Coach Dan Campbell already suggested the running back likely would miss some time, which means there's a good chance Montgomery will be listed as 'out' or 'doubtful' this Friday when the Lions release their final injury report for Sunday's game in Baltimore.

    Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Wednesday

    Montgomery (ribs) was a non-participant during Wednesday's walk-through practice.

    Analysis: Montgomery was knocked out of the Lions' Week 6 win over the Buccaneers with what eventually was termed a rib cartilage issue, which head coach Dan Campbell told Colton Pouncy of The Athletic on Monday likely will result in at least one missed game. Meanwhile, No. 2 running back Jahmyr Gibbs was listed as a limited participant Wednesday, and reserve Craig Reynolds sat out due to hamstring and toe issues. With all three of Detriot's backfield options banged up at the moment, the overall…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss time

    Coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Montgomery (ribs) is expected to miss some time, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery is dealing with a rib cartilage issue, and Campbell said it's not an easy thing to endure as a running back. Montgomery played just 18 snaps in Sunday's win over the Bucs before leaving with the injury. On the season, he's rushed 94 times for 385 yards and six touchdowns, while adding six catches for 66 yards on 10 targets. In Montgomery's likely Week 7 absence, the Lions hope to get Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) back and also will lean more on Craig Reynolds.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for further testing on ribs

    Montgomery is scheduled to undergo further testing after exiting Sunday's 20-6 win over the Buccaneers with a rib injury, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery was injured when he landed hard on the field after being tackled in the second quarter. Initial X-rays on Montgomery's rib came back negative, but further tests are required to determine the precise nature and severity of his injury. With Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) also banged up and having missed the Lions' last two games, Craig Reynolds could be Detroit's lead back Week 7 against Baltimore if the top two options on the depth chart miss further game action.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not returning Sunday

    Montgomery (ribs) has been ruled out of Sunday's contest at Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: After landing hard while being tackled from behind in the second quarter, Montgomery needed medical attention on the field before going to the sideline and eventually the locker room. He was favoring his left side, and the Lions diagnosed him with a rib injury. According to Pam Oliver on Fox's broadcast, X-rays came back negative for Montgomery, but the issue is severe enough to keep him off the field for the rest of Week 6. With Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) inactive and Montgomery out, Craig…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • X-rays negative, still questionable to return

    X-rays on Montgomery's ribs returned negative Sunday at Tampa Bay, but he remains questionable to return to the contest, Pam Oliver of Fox's broadcast reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery took a hard fall when he was tackled from behind in the second quarter and required medical attention on the field. He eventually made his way to the sideline and then the locker room favoring his left side, which was revealed to be due to a rib issue. While he hasn't officially been ruled out of Sunday's game, Montgomery will yield the backfield to Craig Reynolds and Devine Ozigbo due to Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) being inactive.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has rib injury

    Montgomery was diagnosed with a rib injury during Sunday's game in Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Montgomery was tackled from behind in the second quarter and needed medical attention on the field before going to the sideline and eventually the locker room. It's unclear if he'll be able to return, but if Montgomery doesn't, Craig Reynolds will be the Lions' primary runner for the rest of Week 6, with Devine Ozigbo the other healthy option due to Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) being inactive.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes early exit Sunday

    Montgomery departed Sunday's game at Tampa Bay due to an undisclosed injury, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery seemed to be favoring his left side after he was tackled hard from behind in the second quarter. After going to the sideline, he eventually walked with team trainers to the locker room. At the time of his exit, he had six carries for 14 yards and one catch (on one target) for 19 yards. As long as Montgomery is sidelined, Craig Reynolds likely will lead the Lions backfield with rookie Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Poised for three-down role again

    Montgomery is expected to serve as the Lions' top pass-catching option out of the backfield in addition to handling his usual duties as the team's lead runner in Sunday's game against the Buccaneers with Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) ruled out for a second straight week.

    Analysis: While Gibbs was sidelined for last week's 42-24 win over the Panthers, Montgomery operated as a three-down workhorse, playing 90 percent of the running-back snaps through the first three quarters before backup Craig Reynolds picked up more work in the fourth once the outcome was in less doubt. For the fourth time in as many appearances on the season, Montgomery logged double-digit carries (19, for 109 yards and a touchdown), but the absence of Gibbs paved the way for Montgomery to see his most…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another big game

    Montgomery rushed 19 times for 109 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-24 win over the Panthers. He also caught two of six targets for 20 yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery opened the scoring with a 42-yard touchdown on Detroit's first offensive series. With rookie Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) sidelined, Montgomery was the clear focal point of the backfield and continued his excellent start to the season. Along with scoring in each of his four appearances, Montgomery has now topped 125 scrimmage yards in consecutive games. Whether or not Gibbs can return in Week 6 versus the Buccaneers, Montgomery figures to remain key to the Lions' offensive success.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To be lead runner with Gibbs out

    Montgomery will be the Lions' top available running back with Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) inactive Sunday against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Montgomery hasn't been lacking for touches in his three appearances with a healthy Gibbs this season, racking up 69 carries and three catches on as many targets for 289 yards from scrimmage and five rushing TDs to date. With Gibbs sidelined Sunday, Montgomery should retain his usual volume on the ground, but he also could get a few more looks as a pass catcher considering Detroit's other available RBs are Craig Reynolds (20 targets in 23 career games) and Zonovan Knight (14 and eight,…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Explodes for three touchdowns

    Montgomery rushed 32 times for 121 yards with three touchdowns while catching both of his targets for 20 yards during Thursday's 34-20 win over Green Bay.

    Analysis: Despite speculation over Montgomery's level of involvement coming off a thigh injury, the veteran back wound up reclaiming full control of the backfield from rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, who finished with eight carries and five targets. The extent to which he did so was nothing short of shocking, as Montgomery tied his career high in rushing attempts. With four touchdowns in his first three games with the Lions, Montgomery appears to have picked up right where Jamaal Williams left off in 2022. The good…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 10:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action in Week 4

    Montgomery (thigh) is listed as active Thursday at Green Bay.

    Analysis: Despite conflicting reports about his availability for Week 4 earlier Thursday, Montgomery will miss just one game as a result of the bruised left thigh that he suffered Week 2 against the Seahawks. Considering he was listed as limited on Lions practice reports Monday through Wednesday, though, there's a chance he'll be operating on a snap count Thursday. Prior to the aforementioned injury, Montgomery racked up 37 carries for 141 yards and two touchdowns and hauled in his only target for seven…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to play Thursday

    Montgomery (thigh) is expected to suit up versus the Packers on Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Pelissero's latest report corrects one from earlier in the day, when he reported that Montgomery and left tackle Taylor Decker (ankle) -- both of whom are listed as questionable -- weren't on track to play Thursday. Even though he was tagged as a limited participant for each of the Lions' three walk-through sessions this week, Montgomery looks as though he'll be ready to return from a one-game absence due to the right thigh injury. In any case, confirmation on Montgomery's status will come when…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Thursday

    Montgomery (thigh), who is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Packers, isn't expected to play, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Pelissero notes that earlier in the week the Lions had some optimism regarding the availability of Montgomery, but the team appears inclined to err on the side of caution with the running back and hold him out for one more game. Confirmation on Montgomery's status will arrive when the Lions release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff, but assuming Montgomery ends up being sidelined, Jahmyr Gibbs would once again be in line to see an expanded…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 5:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after limited practice

    Montgomery (thigh) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game in Green Bay, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Lions held walk-through practices each day this week and listed Montgomery as a limited participant for every one. Left tackle Taylor Decker (ankle) and left guard Jonah Jackson (thigh) also carrying questionable tags into Thursday after being listed as limited Monday through Wednesday, while right guard Halapoulivaati Vaitai (knee) and swing tackle Matt Nelson (ankle) are already ruled out. The Lions can't expect great run-blocking with so many linemen banged up, and at this point it's not…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 27 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited listing

    Montgomery (thigh) was limited at Tuesday's walkthrough.

    Analysis: After hurting his thigh in Week 2 versus the Seahawks, Montgomery was unable to practice at all prior to being inactive this past Sunday against the Falcons. This week, he's been estimated as a limited participant on both of the Lions' initial injury reports, but coach Dan Campbell relayed Tuesday that he's "starting to feel pretty good about" Montgomery suiting up Thursday at Green Bay.

    Published: Tue, Sep 26 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in right direction

    Lions coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday that he's optimistic that Montgomery (thigh) will be able to play in Thursday's game versus the Packers.

    Analysis: Montgomery missed Week 3 due to a thigh bruise but was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report. His return would likely mean less usage for rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs, who saw 17 rushing attempts versus Atlanta after garnering just 14 through the first two weeks of the season.

    Published: Tue, Sep 26 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Monday

    Montgomery (thigh) was a limited participant on Monday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: Montgomery was injured Week 2 against Seattle and didn't suit up for Sunday's 20-6 win over Atlanta. In Montgomery's absence, Jahmyr Gibbs took on a workhorse role with 17 carries for 80 yards, while Craig Reynolds and Zonovan Knight combined for 28 yards on seven carries. Montgomery's limited participation Monday suggests he has a chance to return for Thursday's game in Green Bay, though Tuesday's injury report will provide clarification on that front.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 3 matchup

    Montgomery (thigh) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Montgomery's inactive status comes as little surprise after the right thigh injury kept him from practicing Wednesday through Friday before he took a doubtful designation into the weekend. With Montgomery now officially sitting out the Week 3 matchup, rookie Jahmyr Gibbs is expected to be in store for an expanded role out of the Detroit backfield. Craig Reynolds and Zonovan Knight will be the available depth options behind Gibbs.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed doubtful

    Montgomery (thigh) didn't practice Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Atlanta, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery already said he expected to miss time and then went through the week without practicing. He thus seems highly unlikely to play, though the Lions will leave the door open with a 'doubtful' designation in case Montgomery's thigh bruise improves dramatically between Friday evening and Sunday morning. The Falcons and Lions are scheduled for a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff in a game that figures to draw extra attention from the fantasy world thanks to the presence of rookie RBs Jahmyr Gibbs and…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 22 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Montgomery (thigh) remained sidelined during Thursday's practice, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery also missed Wednesday's session, which sets the stage for Friday's practice to loom large for the running back in terms of his chances of suiting up Sunday versus the Falcons. If Montgomery is unavailable this weekend, Jahmyr Gibbs would be in a position to see added touches Week 3, with Craig Reynolds and Zonovan Knight on hand to serve as complementary options in Detroit's backfield.

    Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing

    Montgomery (thigh) isn't practicing Wednesday, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery said Sunday he might need "a couple weeks" to recover from his thigh bruise, while head coach Dan Campbell used the term "day-to-day" to describe the running back less than 24 hours later. Either way, Montgomery was never expected to practice Wednesday, and his potential absence Sunday against Atlanta positions rookie Jahmyr Gibbs to serve as Detroit's top back while Craig Reynolds and Zonovan Knight serve as depth option. Gibbs will most likely dominate the snaps if Montgomery sits…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Labeled day-to-day

    Coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Montgomery (thigh) is day-to-day, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery said after Sunday's overtime loss to the Seahawks that he expects to need "a couple weeks" to fully recover from his bruised thigh, but Campbell offered a more optimistic timetable. It may be that Montgomery is day-to-day in terms of actual game-time availability, meaning he could be on the field Week 3 versus the Falcons, but that truly getting back to full health will require more time. If Montgomery needs to miss game action or is limited when on the field, rookie backfield mate…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • May face multi-week recovery

    Montgomery (thigh) said it will take him "a couple weeks" to get fully healthy after being forced out of Sunday's 37-31 overtime loss to the Seahawks late in the third quarter, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Coach Dan Campbell said Montgomery suffered a bruised thigh. It remains to be seen whether the veteran running back will be able to play through the injury before returning to full strength, or whether he could be facing a multi-game absence. In either scenario, the Lions figure to lean more heavily on rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs, beginning in Week 3 versus the Falcons. Craig Reynolds could also potentially handle an expanded depth role.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has thigh bruise

    Coach Dan Campbell said Montgomery sustained a bruised thigh during Sunday's 37-31 overtime loss to the Seahawks, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his departure late in the third quarter, Montgomery had 16 carries for 67 yards and one touchdown, one seven-yard catch and a lost fumble. Campbell relayed that the Lions will have more information on the running back Monday, likely after Montgomery undergoes a battery of tests. If Montgomery is forced to miss any time, his replacement in Detroit's backfield will be rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, who notched 14 touches for 56 yards from scrimmage Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores before leaving injured

    Montgomery (thigh) rushed 16 times for 67 yards and a touchdown but lost a fumble in Sunday's 37-31 overtime loss to the Seahawks. He also caught his only target for seven yards but was subsequently carted off after being injured late in the third quarter.

    Analysis: Montgomery turned the ball over on Detroit's first play of the second half. After having a touchdown reception negated on the next drive, he still finished that series with a four-yard score to atone for his mistake. His next time out, though, Montgomery was twisted awkwardly after making a catch, forcing him to exit the game and not return. While it was another productive performance prior to his departure, Montgomery's status going forward is now uncertain. If he's limited or unavailable,…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has thigh injury

    Montgomery sustained a thigh injury during Sunday's game versus the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Montgomery required a cart to get to the locker room after his right leg was twisted up by a Seattle defender at the end of a seven-yard reception. While the nature of the injury is confirmed, it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return. In the meantime, rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs will lead the Lions backfield.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Carted off Sunday

    Montgomery (right leg) was carted to the locker room during Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery got his right leg twisted up by a Seattle defender at the end of a seven-yard catch late in the third quarter. The nature of the injury isn't known, but he had 16 carries for 67 yards and one touchdown and the aforementioned reception at the time of his departure. Rookie Jahmyr Gibbs will take over the Lions backfield for the time being.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles 21 carries

    Montgomery rushed 21 times for 74 yards with one touchdown but was not targeted in the passing game during Thursday's 21-20 victory over the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Even though Montgomery's efficiency does not jump off the page, his usage does. In fact, offseason expectations for Montgomery to step into the role Jamaal Williams thrived within last year do not seem misplaced, and Montgomery could be in store for a big season in standard fantasy formats thanks to a prominent role near the goal line. However, it should be noted that first-round rookie Jahmyr Gibbs only saw nine touches after Lions coaches openly admitted that Gibbs wouldn't see a full…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 9:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should inherit goal-line role

    Montgomery is expected to take over as the Lions' goal-line running back in 2023 in addition to sharing work with Jahmyr Gibbs on early downs, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Detroit opted to overhaul its running-back room this offseason, bringing in Montgomery on a three-year, $18 million deal in free agency and selecting Gibbs in the first round of the draft while bidding adieu to Jamaal Williams in free agency and trading D'Andre Swift to Philadelphia. Montgomery will essentially be serving as the Williams replacement, a role that could be fruitful after Williams led the NFL with 17 rushing touchdowns in 2022. While he shouldn't be expected to see nearly as many…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy for camp

    Montgomery (undisclosed) is participating in training camp, Mike O'Hara of detroitlions.com reports.

    Analysis: His undisclosed injury from spring practices apparently hasn't lingered into summer. Montgomery thus figures to get plenty of first-team reps throughout training camp, with the question being to what extent he shares that work with first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs. It's a safe bet both enter Week 1 in significant roles, likely with Montgomery doing more of the rushing and Gibbs doing more of the receiving, though both are capable of beating a defense on the ground or through the air.

    Published: Thu, Jul 27 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor injury

    Coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that Montgomery (undisclosed) won't practice but isn't dealing with anything serious, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery departed from OTAs last week due to an undisclosed injury, and while a timetable for his return remains uncertain it doesn't look like the Lions are overly concerned. Heading into his age-26 season, Montgomery looks poised to handle a key role as a rusher for Detroit, though rookie first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs should also see a fair share of carries while potentially commanding most of the backfield receiving work.

    Published: Thu, Jun 1 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits practice early

    Montgomery left Thursday's practice early due to injury, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery walked off the field and back to the locker room during Detroit's first open practice of the spring. There's no contact work at this point, so it's likely a muscular injury for Montgomery, who played 60 of a possible 66 games in four seasons with the Bears while topping 200 carries each year. He could see similar rushing workloads in Detroit, but it'll be tougher to get involved as a pass catcher after the Lions used the 12th overall pick on Jahmyr Gibbs, a 199-pound RB with 4.36…read more

    Published: Thu, May 25 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joined by first-round rookie

    Montgomery has new competition in the backfield after Detroit drafted RB Jahmyr Gibbs 12th overall Thursday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Birkett, along with many others, expects D'Andre Swift to be the odd man out in the Detroit backfield, given that Swift has one year remaining on his contract and has struggled to stay healthy throughout his pro career. Montgomery joined the Lions in March on a three-year, $18 million contract with $8.75 million guaranteed at signing, including his $1.25 base salary for 2023 and $3 million of his $5.25 million salary for 2024. He thus figures to be under contract for at least two years, and…read more

    Published: Fri, Apr 28 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joining Detroit backfield

    Montgomery agreed Tuesday with the Lions on a three-year, $18 million contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery is set to stay in the NFC North after spending his first four years in Chicago. His signing indicates Detroit is likely out of the mix to re-sign Jamaal Williams, putting Montgomery in line to split work with D'Andre Swift. Montgomery saw the lightest workload of his four-year career this past season but still accumulated 801 rushing yards and five touchdowns on 201 carries to go along with 316 receiving yards and one touchdown on 34 receptions in 16 games.

    Published: Tue, Mar 14 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for free agency

    Montgomery rushed seven times for 21 yards in the Bears' 29-13 loss to the Vikings in Week 18, and he ended the season with 201 carries for 801 yards and two touchdowns along with 34 receptions, 316 yards and another score over 16 games played.

    Analysis: In each of his four seasons, Montgomery has produced at least 1,074 scrimmage yards and six touchdowns. Over his career, he's rushed for less than four yards per carry, but he's handled at least 200 carries each season while missing just five games. He's also been solid as a receiver, having posted at least 301 yards in three straight seasons. Although he maintained his hold on the lead role in the backfield, Khalil Herbert cut into his workload and often appeared to be the more explosive…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing production in defeat

    Montgomery rushed five times for 24 yards and caught two passes for 12 yards in the Bears' 41-10 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Other than Justin Fields' rushing success, the Lions completely stymied the Bears offense, which included Montgomery. With Chicago struggling to convert many first downs once the first quarter was over, there was little opportunity for him to accumulate volume. Montgomery will try to end the year on a high note at home against the Vikings in Week 18.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid yardage total in loss

    Montgomery rushed 16 times for 62 yards and caught four passes for 22 yards in the Bears' 35-13 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had a touchdown called back on a holding penalty, which kept him from an even better performance. Even though Khalil Herbert returned to action after being on injured reserve, Montgomery has 16 carries to six for Herbert, as Montgomery still appears to have a handle on the lead role. He'll have a favorable matchup against a Lions defense that just gave up over 300 rushing yards to the Panthers this week.

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets more competition in Week 16

    Montgomery could face more competition for snaps out of the backfield Saturday against Buffalo with Chicago activating Khalil Herbert (hip) from injured reserve Friday, Larry Meyer of the Bears' official site reports. "The way guys can naturally bounce off of him I think is really cool," offensive coordinator Luke Getsy said of Herbert earlier this week. "What's nice, too, is it's a different type of back. I think there's a value in that, in having two different types of style runners like we're able to have here with [Montgomery] and him."

    Analysis: While Herbert was sidelined for the past four games, Montgomery averaged 14.3 carries and four targets per contest, with both figures being marginally ahead of his season-long averages (13.2 carries, 2.5 targets). Herbert shouldn't be much of a threat to poach work from Montgomery on passing downs, but he'll likely earn more carries than the five per game that Darrynton Evans and Trestan Ebner combined for over the past four weeks. Even if the arrival of Herbert results in Montgomery forking…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in Week 15 loss

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 53 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 38 yards and another touchdown in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Montgomery scampered into the end zone from nine yards out in the second quarter to give the Bears a surprising 6-3 lead. He found the end zone again on a 10-yard catch in the third. Quarterback Justin Fields led the Bears with 95 rushing yards, but Montgomery was just one catch and one receiving yard short of Cole Kmet's and Byron Pringle's respective team-high totals. With Khalil Herbert (hip) potentially eligible to return from injured reserve in Week 16 against the Bills, Montgomery could…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Montgomery (illness) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Montgomery and QB Justin Fields each missed only one practice with what seem to have been minor illnesses. They'll lead the Chicago rushing attack this Sunday against the NFC-leading Eagles, while the passing game appears more toothless than ever with Chase Claypool (knee) ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of practice with illness

    Montgomery didn't practice Thursday due to an illness.

    Analysis: While Montgomery's mid-week addition to the injury report isn't ideal, he'll still be in good shape to play Sunday against the Eagles if he can practice in some capacity Friday. The Bears haven't revealed the nature of his illness or its severity.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in defeat

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 61 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-19 loss to the Packers. He also caught four of five targets for six yards.

    Analysis: Montgomery scored from seven yards in the second quarter to give him a fourth rushing touchdown on the campaign. While quarterback Justin Fields outgained him with 71 yards, including a 55-yard touchdown run, Montgomery turned in a solid performance as Chicago's lead tailback. He'll now gain some rest over the Bears' bye week prior to returning in Week 15 to face a tough Eagles defense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 17 touches in loss

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 79 yards and caught three of four targets for 34 yards in Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Montgomery helped set up a field goal on the opening drive with a 26-yard catch and run. That was his biggest play on this slick Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium, but Montgomery churned out hard yards throughout to keep a Bears offense playing without Justin Fields (shoulder) in manageable third downs. Regardless of Fields' status for Week 13 against the Packers, Montgomery will be in line for plenty of touches.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in lead role

    Montgomery rushed 17 times for 67 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: With Khalil Herbert (hip) on injured reserve, Montgomery operated as the workhorse in Chicago's backfield, though quarterback Justin Fields led the team in both rushing attempts (18) and rushing yards (85). Fields ran in a four-yard touchdown in the second quarter, but Montgomery scored one of his own from two yards out in the fourth to tie the score at 24-24 with 8:16 to go. Montgomery also led the Bears in receiving yards thanks to a 32-yard catch on the same drive as his rushing touchdown.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Week 11 loss

    Montgomery carried the ball nine times for 37 yards and caught his only target for seven yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: With Justin Fields once again running wild, there wasn't a big workload available for Montgomery, and he failed to reach 50 scrimmage yards for the second straight game. Khalil Herbert suffered a hip injury late in the contest after gaining 57 yards on 10 carries, however, so Montgomery could have the running back touches to himself in Week 11 against the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces backfield in carries

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 36 yards and brought in one of two targets for eight yards in the Bears' 35-32 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Despite having been the subject of trade rumors leading up to Tuesday's deadline, Montgomery ultimately stayed put in the Windy City and ended up pacing the Bears backfield in carries. Montgomery's workload on the ground actually doubled up that of backfield mate Khalil Herbert, and he was the only one of the two to see a target. Chicago's ground-game usage has been difficult to predict game to game, however, so it remains to be seen if the distribution will remain the same in a Week 10 home…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inefficient on ground

    Montgomery rushed 15 times for 53 yards and caught three passes for 22 yards in the Bears' 49-29 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had one fewer carry than Khalil Herbert against Dallas. Since Week 2, Montgomery has not topped 15 carries in a game, and he's lost his grip on the undisputed lead backfield role in the last two games. He's posted between 62 and 80 scrimmage yards during those two games, so he's still demonstrating a solid scoring floor, but he'll need to hang onto at least a near-even split in work to retain his current level of productivity.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Narrowly leads backfield

    Montgomery rushed the ball 15 times for 62 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 33-14 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: The Bears' backfield came very close to an even split, as Montgomery out-touched Khalil Herbert only 15-13. Montgomery ran fairly effectively, though the majority of his production came early in the fourth quarter on a drive during which he tallied his longest rush of the day -- 12 yards -- and also found the end zone from one yard away. With the performance, Montgomery topped 60 rushing yards in a game for only the second time this season, and he appears to be headed for a split in workload…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid night in loss

    Montgomery rushed 15 times for 67 yards and brought in his only target for 13 yards in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday night. He also recovered a fumble.

    Analysis: Montgomery was once again the clear lead back in the Bears' ground attack, although Khalil Herbert actually outgained him with 75 yards -- 64 of those coming on one run. Montgomery's contributions were much steadier, and the third-year back was appreciably more efficient than in his Week 5 return from an ankle injury (12 carries, 20 yards). He'll now have extra time to recover from a busy last four days, as Chicago won't return to action until a Week 7 Monday night road matchup against the…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in return

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 20 yards and a touchdown and caught all four of his targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Montgomery returned from last week's injury absence to score his first touchdown of the campaign with a nine-yard rush during the second quarter. Despite his ankle limiting him during the practice week, Montgomery still led Chicago's backfield, with backup Khalil Herbert garnering just four carries for 11 yards. Furthermore, with help from a long gain of 30 yards, Montgomery paced the Bears through the air, contributing a strong all-around showing after his brief sideline stint.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up in Week 5

    Montgomery (ankle) is listed as active Sunday in Minnesota.

    Analysis: Since making an early departure Week 3 against the Texans, Montgomery has missed one game and was unable to mix into drills until Thursday of Week 5 prep. He ended this week with back-to-back limited practices, seemingly setting himself up to return, and he indeed will be available Sunday. Montgomery's role is uncertain, though, especially after Khalil Herbert impressed in place of the former over the last seven quarters of play. On the season, Montgomery has reeled off 4.5 YPC on his 35 rushes…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Optimism for Week 5 return

    The Bears are optimistic that Montgomery (ankle), who is listed as questionable, will play Sunday against the Vikings, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery was ruled out for Week 4 and was listed with ankle and knee injuries, but he appears to have moved past the knee issue after being listed with only an ankle injury leading up to Week 5. The fourth-year running back logged limited sessions Thursday and Friday after not practicing Wednesday and appears in line to return to game action after missing just one contest. Regardless, fantasy managers should still confirm his status ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. It's possible the Bears…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 4:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to face Vikings

    Montgomery (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Minnesota.

    Analysis: Montgomery was a limited practice participant Thursday and Friday, potentially setting up a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Possibilities include Montgomery returning but in a less dominant role, after Khalil Herbert again proved himself to be one of the better backup RBs in the league the past two weeks. The Bears have Trestan Ebner to spell Herbert if Montgomery misses a second straight game after spraining his ankle early in the Week 3 contest.

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in return to practice

    Montgomery (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

    Analysis: This marks Montgomery's first on-field work since injuring his right ankle Week 3 against the Texans. It remains to be seen if he'll make enough progress to return to action Sunday at Minnesota, but Friday's practice report may be telling for his availability. If Montgomery is limited or out this weekend, Khalil Herbert would be the main beneficiary in the Bears backfield, with Trestan Ebner on hand for touches as well.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Montgomery (ankle) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Montgomery didn't practice last week due to knee and ankle injuries on his right leg before sitting out the Bears' eventual Week 4 loss to the Giants. This time around, he's only listed with an ankle issue, but it's still keeping him out of drills. Montgomery will have two more chances to get on the field this week, at which point the team may make a ruling on his availability for Sunday's game at Minnesota. If Montgomery requires another absence this weekend, Khalil Herbert will be the primary…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out this week

    Montgomery (ankle/knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Analysis: Montgomery hasn't practiced since his early exit from a Week 3 win over Houston. His departure set up a career-best showing from Khalil Herbert, who is inferior to Montgomery as a blocker and receiver but arguably superior as a pure runner. Trestan Ebner took over the backup role after Montgomery's departure last week, while Darrynton Evans could be called up from the practice squad before Sunday. Herbert figures to start and get the bulk of carries.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined for another practice

    Montgomery (ankle/knee) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Sidelined for the second practice in a row, Montgomery is looking uncertain to play in Sunday's game against the Giants while he manages the two lower-body injuries. Unless Montgomery is able to get in some on-field work Friday, he'll likely sit out the Week 4 contest, which would pave the way for Khalil Herbert to take on a workhorse role out of the Chicago backfield.

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Skips practice Wednesday

    Montgomery (ankle/knee) didn't take part in practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Montgomery exited this past Sunday's win against the Texans in the first half, leaving him with a paltry three carries for 11 yards and no targets. Afterward, head coach Matt Eberflus termed Montgomery "day-to-day," and he provided that same label for the running back's status Wednesday, according to Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic. Montgomery will have two more practice sessions to make an appearance this week before the Bears potentially give him a designation for Sunday's contest at the…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Day-to-day per coach

    Coach Matt Eberflus said Montgomery (knee/ankle) is day-to-day after exiting early in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Texans, Courtney Cronin of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Eberflus described Montgomery's day-to-day label as a positive development after he was deemed doubtful to return during the game. Khalil Herbert rushed for 157 yards and two touchdowns after replacing Montgomery, so Herbert has likely earned a more significant portion of the workload in Chicago's run-heavy offense moving forward even if Montgomery's ready to return as soon as Week 4 against the Giants.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits Sunday's game

    Montgomery was forced out of Sunday's game against the Texans with a knee/ankle injury, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Montgomery carried three times for 11 yards. In his absence, Khalil Herbert is next up for the Bears' backfield touches, with Trestan Ebner in reserve.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures leg Sunday

    Montgomery suffered an apparent injury to his lower right leg during Sunday's game against the Texans, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery remained on the turf during the Bears' second drive of the game and eventually required assistance from team trainers to get to the sideline. He paid a visit to the sideline tent and eventually went to the locker room, but the nature of his health concern isn't known. Khalil Herbert entered the contest in Montgomery's place.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 136 scrimmage yards

    Montgomery rushed 15 times for 122 yards and caught both of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 27-10 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Montgomery struggled to get going in sloppy Week 1 conditions, but he was remarkably efficient in Week 2 considering Chicago's passing game didn't present a credible threat to the defense, as Justin Fields threw for just 70 yards. Khalil Herbert got just five touches in this one, so Montgomery's still the clear lead back for the Bears. Montgomery's role as the focal point of Chicago's run-heavy offense has him well positioned for a strong Week 3 performance against the Texans.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inefficient in victory

    Montgomery rushed 17 times for 26 yards and caught three passes for 24 yards in the Bears' 19-10 win over the 49ers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Not only did Montgomery have a difficult matchup while running behind a revamped offensive line, but he played on a rain-soaked field that limited both offenses. Unlike last year, he didn't completely dominate carries, as Khalil Herbert had nine rushing attempts while scoring a rushing touchdown. We'll learn if the backfield split is going to be a trend when the Bears travel to Green Bay next week.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays in preseason finale

    Montgomery (undisclosed) ran for 28 yards on nine carries in Chicago's preseason game against Cleveland on Saturday.

    Analysis: Montgomery's undisclosed issue seems to be of minimal concern at this point, or else it would be odd for Chicago to give him nine carries in this game. Khalil Herbert looks like a competent backup to Montgomery, but Montgomery should be the lead man in a run-heavy Bears offense in 2022.

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 7:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Saturday status uncertain

    Montgomery (undisclosed) will have his status for Saturday's game against the Browns determined based upon how he does at practice this week, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery dealt with an undisclosed injury two weeks ago, and he returned to the practice field Monday. As yet, there's been no suggestion he might miss Week 1, but Khalil Herbert (undisclosed) remains a threat to siphon off touches depending on the health of both backs to begin the season.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Saturday

    Montgomery (undisclosed) and the Chicago starters are unlikely to play Saturday against Cleveland, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery currently is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. Assuming he and other key Bears sit out, he'll play next Week 1 against the 49ers, as long as he's recovered from his health concern.

    Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to play Thursday

    Montgomery was not in uniform for warmups ahead of Thursday's preseason game against the Seahawks, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: With Montgomery not in line to play Thursday, the Bears will have a chance to evaluate the players behind him on the depth chart, with RB slotting and touches behind Montgomery and Khalil Herbert up for grabs ahead of Week 1.

    Published: Thu, Aug 18 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thursday's status uncertain

    Montgomery (undisclosed) will likely see six-to-10 plays in Thursday's game against the Seahawks if he's able to take the field Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery missed last week's game but did return to practice Monday, though his status has yet to be updated for Thursday. Should he play, coach Matt Eberflus said that some guys will get 20 plays, so his playing time could vary.

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered day-to-day

    Montgomery is day-to-day with an unspecified injury and isn't likely to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery's absence could free up more snaps for backup Khalil Herbert, who may or may not be headed for a larger role under a new coaching staff. Montgomery played 75 percent of snaps in his active games last year, but Herbert did solid work in relief when Monty missed time, running for 344 yards at a clip of 4.4 YPC in a four-game stretch Weeks 5-8. While his rookie year was otherwise quiet, Herbert at least did enough to have a safe lead over Darrynton Evans and Trestan Ebner for Chicago's…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seeing special-teams reps

    Montgomery has been seeing reps both at running back and on special teams during training camp practices, Kevin Fishbain and Adam Jahns of The Athletic report.

    Analysis: Given that he's been a three-down back when healthy over the last few years, Montgomery's presence on the Bears' kick-return unit has been somewhat surprising. Although his involvement on special teams may not mean that Montgomery's status as the Bears' clear top back is in question, it at least has to be considered a possibility that he could yield more work with Khalil Herbert in 2022.

    Published: Wed, Aug 3 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could trade carries for targets?

    New Bears coach Matt Eberflus believes Montgomery has the skills to thrive as a pass catcher, but it is possible the running back shares more carries with his backups under offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, who comes from a Green Bay system that utilizes multiple backs, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery played 74.3 percent of snaps in his active games in 2020 and 74.6 percent in 2021, while Packers RB Aaron Jones has never gone higher than 61.5 percent. Of course, Getsy was the QBs coach and then pass-game coordinator in Green Bay, making it unlikely he had much say in the RB usage. Even so, there's a good case for giving Montgomery a little more rest this year, after backup Khalil Herbert averaged 86 rushing yards per game in a four-week stretch last October. A knee sprain caused…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 10 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heavy volume in season finale

    Montgomery rushed 20 times for 72 yards and brought in two of three targets for seven yards in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings. He ended the season with 225 carries for 849 yards and seven touchdowns in addition to 42 receptions for 301 yards.

    Analysis: After posting a career high 4.3 yards per carry in 2020, Montgomery fell below four yards per carry as he did in his rookie season back in 2019. Regardless, he averaged 20 touches per game, and he has an excellent chance at retaining lead-back duties in 2022, though Khalil Herbert may be able to eat into a portion of his work. Based on his career production, he'll likely be projected as a top-18 running back in 2022 fantasy drafts. Montgomery will enter the last year of his rookie deal before…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in victory

    Montgomery rushed 22 times for 64 yards and two touchdowns while adding two receptions for 17 yards in the Bears' 29-3 win over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: In a game the Bears controlled throughout, Montgomery was used to control the clock on the ground, though he was unable to break a run longer than 10 yards on the day. However, he took advantage of his opportunities at the goal line by scoring a pair of touchdowns. After posting at least 80 combined yards in each of his last five games, he remain a high-floor fantasy option in the season finale at Minnesota in Week 18.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heavy volume in win

    Montgomery rushed 21 times for 45 yards and a touchdown and caught seven passes for 61 yards in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: With Seattle loading up to stop the run, Montgomery found very little room to operate, but by leading the team in rushing attempts and targets, his volume allowed him to surpass 100 yards from scrimmage. He could've had a bigger day, but he was unable to turn a rushing attempt and target from near the goal line during one drive into an additional score. He'll have an excellent matchup against the Giants next week in which he should be a top-15 option at running back.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid yardage total in loss

    Montgomery rushed 18 times for 60 yards and caught five passes for 23 yards in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Vikings on Monday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had a number of successful runs up the middle early in the game, but with the Bears going with a run-heavy approach, the Vikings began to place the focus of the defense on him, resulting in a number of runs for no gain or lost yardage. With Chicago largely unable to move the ball consistently, he had no chances to carry the ball near the end zone. Although he'll have a couple tough upcoming matchups against the Seahawks and Giants, Montgomery's volume as both a runner and receiver…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Overcomes illness

    Montgomery (illness) was a full participant in Friday's practice.

    Analysis: Montgomery was one of eight Bears who didn't take part in Thursday's walk-through session on account of an illness. All but one of those players returned to the field Friday as full participants, temporarily alleviating some concern about a team-wide COVID-19 breakout. With that in mind, Montgomery looks poised to handle his usual three-down role Monday against the Vikings.

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes down with illness

    Montgomery didn't take part in Thursday's walkthrough due to an illness.

    Analysis: On the same day in which Chicago placed five players, including top wide receiver Allen Robinson (undisclosed), on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Montgomery was among eight Bears who were non-participants due to illness. Montgomery will have two more chances to mix into drills during Week 15 prep before the team potentially tags him with a designation for Monday's game against the Vikings.

    Published: Thu, Dec 16 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 81 yards in loss

    Montgomery (shoulder/groin/glute) rushed 10 times for 42 yards and notched six receptions (seven targets) for 39 yards in Sunday's 45-30 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Montgomery left his dominant performance last week (141 total yards and a touchdown) with some battle scars, but he still produced well despite an unfavorable game script in the second half. When healthy, the 24-year-old is the Bears' most-consistent offensive weapon, but Chicago's inability to produce leads puts a cap on what the running back can do in certain matchups. Montgomery has a favorable matchup against the Vikings next Monday (19.1 fantasy points allowed to opposing RBs this season)…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 10:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to face Packers

    Montgomery (shoulder/groin/glute) has been removed from the injury report and will play in Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: It's no surprise he's nicked up after taking 29 touches for 141 total yards and a TD in the loss to Arizona on Sunday, but Montgomery closed out the week with a full practice and thus figures to be ready for another large workload this Sunday with the Bears desperately hanging on at the bottom of the NFC wild-card race. That said, Montgomery is unlikely to approach last week's total of nine targets with Justin Fields sliding back in for Andy Dalton (doubtful/wrist) under center.

    Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in limited practice

    Montgomery (shoulder/groin/glute) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Montgomery's absence Wednesday may have been maintenance-related due to the array of health concerns he's dealing with at the moment. On a positive note, he got back on the practice field Thursday and now has one more chance to prove his health ahead of Sunday's game at Green Bay. Whether or not Montgomery enters the weekend with a designation will be revealed on Friday's injury report.

    Published: Thu, Dec 9 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to trio of injuries

    Montgomery didn't practice Wednesday due to shoulder, groin and glute injuries.

    Analysis: Since missing four games earlier this season due to a knee sprain, Montgomery has been injury-free for exactly one month but now is dealing with a trio of health concerns. As a result, his listing bears watching on the Bears' final two practice reports of Week 14 prep to see if he may be trending toward another absence Sunday in Green Bay. While suiting up in each of the past four contests, he's averaged 19.8 touches for 90.5 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring one rushing touchdown.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Offensive centerpiece

    Montgomery rushed 21 times for 91 yards and a touchdown while posting eight receptions for 51 yards in the Bears' 33-22 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.

    Analysis: With the Arizona pass rush giving Andy Dalton very little time to throw, Montgomery led the Bears with nine targets, and he was effective as both a runner and receiver in a tough matchup. After failing to surpass 80 total yards while not scoring over his last three games, he recorded his highest yardage total of the season. Montgomery's weekly volume pretty much ensures he'll be a top-20 running back the rest of the way.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers against Lions

    Montgomery carried the ball 17 times for 46 yards and caught all three of his targets for 28 yards in a 16-14 win over the Lions on Thanksgiving.

    Analysis: The performance was a far cry from his 106-yard, two-TD effort when the NFC North rivals met back in Week 4, but Montgomery still led the Bears in rushing. He's gone three games without finding the end zone since returning to the lineup from a knee injury, a slump he'll look to snap in Week 13 against the Cardinals.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient performance

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 58 yards and caught his only target for nine yards in the Bears' 16-13 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had most of his production in the first half, but despite playing in a close game throughout, the Bears chose to go with a pass-heavy approach that kept his volume in check. Regardless, he handled 15 of the 16 touches by the Chicago running backs, and he should continue to retain one of the highest snap shares for any running back leaguewide.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 15 touches in return

    Montgomery rushed 13 times for 63 yards and caught both of his targets for 17 yards in Monday night's 29-27 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Montgomery returned from a four-game absence to lead Chicago's backfield with some tough running. The tailback ripped off a game-long rush of 21 yards and also sprinkled in a couple receptions, totaling a respectable 15 touches for 80 yards on the night. Meanwhile, with Montgomery returning, rookie Khalil Herbert managed just four rushes for 13 yards, including just one second-half carry. With the Bears now entering their bye week, Montgomery should be fresh when he next takes the field in Week…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 8:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially cleared for Monday night

    The Bears activated Montgomery (knee) from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game in Pittsburgh, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: After missing four straight games due to the knee sprain he sustained Oct. 3, Montgomery was designated to return from IR on Thursday and turned in a strong week of practice, according to head coach Matt Nagy. Though Nagy didn't go into specifics regarding what Montgomery's workload will look like in his first game in more than a month, the 24-year-old is expected to displace Khalil Herbert as the Bears' lead back and see the bulk of the team's carries Monday, per Adam Hoge of NBC Sports…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to face Steelers

    Montgomery (knee) is expected to be activated from IR in time to suit up versus the Steelers on Monday Night Football, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery hasn't played since Week 4 due to a knee sprain, but he appears to be trending toward a return to the field Week 9. The Bears have not yet made the transaction official, however. Rookie Khalil Herbert has impressed as Chicago's lead back while the Week 1 starter has been sidelined, and it's possible he retains a notable role even once Montgomery returns to action. Additionally, Damien Williams (knee) already has been ruled out.

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward playing Monday

    Bears coach Matt Nagy said "there's a really good chance" Montgomery (knee), who is currently designated to return from injured reserve, will play in Monday's contest against the Steelers, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

    Analysis: This is going to be a difficult situation for fantasy managers considering the Bears don't need to activate Montgomery off injured reserve until later in the afternoon Sunday. It's a bit surprising the star running back is even considered possibly available for Monday's contest given the Bears will have their bye take place in Week 10, theoretically giving the 24-year-old an ample amount of time to recover from his scary Week 4 knee injury, but this does fit nicely with the reported four-week…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 6 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Bears head coach Matt Nagy confirmed Thursday that Montgomery (knee) has been designated to return from injured reserve, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The move clears Montgomery to return to practice and gives the Bears a 21-day window in which they can either add him to back to the 53-man roster or keep him on injured reserve for the remainder of the season. Since Montgomery hasn't been on the field since suffering a left knee sprain Oct. 3, he could be a limited participant in his return to practice. The Bears will track his progress in practice over the next three days before determining whether he'll be ready to go for Monday's game in…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on IR

    Chicago placed Montgomery (knee) on injured reserve Saturday, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery will be sidelined for at least three games due to the sprained left knee after being placed on IR, with Ian Rapoport of NFL Network relaying that the Bears are eyeing a 3-to-5-week window for the running back's return. Damien Williams is poised to head Chicago's backfield for the time being, with rookie sixth-round pick Khalil Herbert also a candidate to see his role grow in the coming weeks.

    Published: Sat, Oct 9 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will miss time with knee sprain

    Head coach Matt Nagy said Wednesday that Montgomery will "miss some time" with a knee sprain, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nagy didn't get into specifics regarding a recovery timeline for Montgomery, but Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reported Tuesday that the running back would likely miss four or five weeks. With Nagy confirming that Montgomery will be sidelined, the Bears have Damien Williams (thigh) and Khalil Herbert as backfield options on the active roster for Week 5 at Las Vegas. Chicago also has Artavis Pierce and Ryan Nall on the practice squad, while Tarik Cohen (knee) is on the PUP list through at least Week…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could miss multiple weeks

    Montgomery (knee) is reportedly nursing a sprain that is expected to sideline him 4-5 weeks, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Bears aren't expected to provide an official update on Montgomery's status until Wednesday, but early test results at least suggest he's avoided a season-ending issue. If a recovery timetable between four and five weeks is indeed accurate, Montgomery will likely end up seeing a stint on IR. Damien Williams appears the favorite to lead Chicago's backfield in the meantime, assuming he can manage to play through a thigh bruise. The Bears also have rookie Khalil Herbert around to pick up some…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 6:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury update coming Wednesday

    The Bears do not plan to offer an update about the health of Montgomery (knee) until after Wednesday's first official practice of the week, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Early reports are optimistic Montgomery has avoided a torn ACL, instead suggesting that he suffered a hyperextended left knee during Sunday's divisional win over the Lions. However, the standout running back still is undergoing medical testing. Backup Damien Williams also picked up a thigh bruise during Sunday's win, though the injury may not keep him from suiting up at Las Vegas in Week 5, while rookie Khalil Herbert suddenly is the only back on the depth chart at full health.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Needs more tests

    The Bears believe Montgomery (knee) avoided an ACL tear Sunday, but they still need more testing to determine the extent of his injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 24-14 win over the Lions, with postgame reports suggesting he'd suffered a hyperextension of his left knee. The mere mention of an ACL issue will make fantasy managers nervous, even if it's a report that he's believed to have avoided said injury. In any case, the Bears have Damien Williams and Khalil Herbert as reserve options in their backfield for now should Montgomery miss additional time, with Tarik Cohen (knee) not eligible to come off the…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • To undergo MRI on Monday

    Montgomery is slated to have an MRI on his left knee Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: At the time Montgomery departed Sunday's 24-14 win against the Lions, he had 23 carries for 106 yards and two touchdowns. Initial tests have revealed that he suffered a hyperextension, but the upcoming MRI may provide further clarity about the severity and potential absence. If Montgomery is forced to miss time, veteran Damien Williams should take over lead-back duties for the Bears, with rookie Khalil Herbert available for complementary work.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely knee injury

    Montgomery suffered a left knee injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Lions, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery was in visible discomfort while the training staff tended to his leg, and he later needed assistance to get off the field and to the locker room, according to Adam Jahns of The Athletic. The severity of the injury hasn't been revealed, but if he's unable to return, he'll end the game with 23 carries for 106 yards and two touchdowns.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 12 touches in loss

    Montgomery rushed 10 times for 34 yards and caught two passes for 21 yards in the Bears' 26-6 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

    Analysis: With the Bears unable to sustain any consistent offense, Montgomery was the only Chicago player to post more than 27 yards from scrimmage, and this is likely one of the worst fantasy performances he'll have all season. He'll have a great chance to get back on track in a much more favorable home matchup against the Lions in Week 4.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees heavy volume

    Montgomery rushed 20 times for 61 yards and caught three passes for 18 yards in the Bears' 20-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery was unable to pick up chunks of yardage on most of his runs, which contributed to the Bears not sustaining many long drives. After ceding significant work to Damien Williams last week, the backup only had four touches this week. With 40 touches of his own over the first two weeks of the season, Montgomery will continue to be an excellent weekly fantasy option based on talent and usage.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong showing in losing effort

    Montgomery rushed 16 times for 108 yards and a touchdown while hauling in his lone target for 10 more yards in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Montgomery was the only Chicago player on offense to have any sort of success against a stout Rams defense. In fact, he did most of his damage in the first half before a one-sided game script forced the Bears to begin airing it out. Montgomery did see the lion's share of carries as expected -- with Damien Williams (six carries) being the only other back to run the ball -- so higher-volume games could be in store if the Bears can keep games closer. The Bengals are on tap for Montgomery and the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out second preseason game

    Montgomery did not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Bills, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery overcame an undisclosed injury to return to practice earlier in the week, though the team decided to play it safe with its workhorse back. Damien Williams worked as the primary back in Montgomery's place and carried the ball five times for eight yards. It remains to be seen whether Montgomery will get touches in the team's final preseason game against Tennessee, though the focus presumably will be on him maintaining his health for the regular season.

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed healthy

    Coach Matt Nagy said Montgomery (undisclosed) is "good to go" for Tuesday's practice, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery was a limited participant Monday after getting banged up on the first snap of Saturday's preseason win over Miami. It sounds like he'll be healthy enough to play in Saturday's exhibition with the Bills, if that's what Nagy wants. Montgomery is locked in as the lead runner in Chicago, while third-down snaps are more of a question mark, as he, Damien Williams and Tarik Cohen (PUP - knee) all are capable options when healthy.

    Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 6:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs some reps Monday

    Montgomery took part in individual drills but otherwise was a spectator at Monday's practice due to general soreness, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After his one and only touch (a three-yard carry) during Saturday's preseason win against the Dolphins, Montgomery had a visible limp as he came off the field, but he remained on the sideline and wasn't examined by the training staff. The Bears appear to be exercising caution with one of their key skill-position players, likely with an eye toward the running back being as healthy as possible for Week 1. In the offseason, the RB room was bolstered by the signing of veteran Damien Williams, and…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing

    Montgomery (undisclosed) will miss Monday's practice with what the Bears are calling general soreness, Mark Grote of WSCR Radio reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery limped off the field after taking a carry for three yards on the first snap of Saturday's preseason opener against Miami. He didn't need assistance and remained on the sideline, so it may just be a bad bruise. Montgomery is locked in as Chicago's lead ballcarrier after his huge finish last year, but his involvement on passing downs is more of a question, as the Bears signed Damien Williams and eventually figure to get Tarik Cohen back from last year's ACL tear. In any case, it sounds…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limps off field

    Montgomery limped off the field after taking a carry on Chicago's first offensive play Saturday against the Dolphins, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery walked off the field without assistance and was standing on the sideline without a helmet thereafter, per Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com. It doesn't look like a serious injury at first glance, but Montgomery is likely done for the afternoon. Damien Williams replaced Montgomery in the Chicago backfield.

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Candidate for 300 carries

    Bears coach Matt Nagy told the Under Center podcast that he'd like Montgomery to get 20 carries per game.

    Analysis: It's a highly optimistic number, given that Montgomery averaged 16.5 last season -- fourth most in the league -- while playing most of the year with Cordarrelle Patterson and Ryan Nall as his (seldom-used) backups. The Bears now have Tarik Cohen coming back from an ACL tear and Damien Williams signed to a one-year contract, but even with the improved depth, Montgomery's strong finish to 2020 leaves no doubt about his status as the starter and lead ballcarrier. His workload on passing downs is…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 13 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could share more work this year

    Offseason addition Damien Williams could spell Montgomery at times this season, Sean Hammond of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery averaged 17.0 carries and 4.9 targets in 12 games after Tarik Cohen went down with a season-ending injury early in 2020, typically playing more than 80 percent of Chicago's offensive snaps. The heavy workload didn't lead to big numbers right away, but Montgomery was a high-end RB1 over the final six weeks of the season, piling up 598 rushing yards, 225 receiving yards and eight total touchdowns in that stretch. While there's no longer any doubt about his ability to handle a…read more

    Published: Wed, Jul 7 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited work in playoff loss

    Montgomery rushed 12 times for 31 yards in the Bears' 21-9 loss to the Saints in the wild-card round.

    Analysis: Montgomery didn't see many touches, as the Bears were dominated in time of possession, and with the team trailing for most of the game, he never had much of a chance to have a big performance. On the season, he played in 15 games and rushed for 1,070 yards and eight touchdowns while adding 54 receptions for 438 yards and two touchdowns. He was one of the top fantasy running backs over the last six weeks of the season, so he'll likely be targeted in the first 30 picks in fantasy drafts in…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Over 100 scrimmage yards

    Montgomery rushed 22 times for 69 yards and a touchdown while catching nine passes for 63 yards in the Bears' 35-16 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Although Montgomery was held in check on the ground, he scored Chicago's only touchdown while placing second on the squad with nine targets, resulting in him posting at least 100 yards and a touchdown in six straight games. On the season, he played in 15 games while rushing for 1,070 yards and eight touchdowns while adding 54 receptions for 438 yards and two touchdowns. After the Bears finish their playoff run, he'll be under contract through 2022.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Find end zone again

    Montgomery rushed 23 times for 95 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for 26 yards in the Bears' 41-17 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Analysis: While the game was competitive, the Bears had the ball deep in the red zone on three occasions. On two of those, Montgomery wasn't utilized, denying him opportunities for a score. Regardless, he's now accounted for at least 100 scrimmage yards and a touchdown in each of his last five games, and he'll have a favorable Week 17 matchup at home against the Packers.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays red hot

    Montgomery rushed 32 times for 146 yards and two touchdowns while adding a 16-yard reception in Chicago's 33-27 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: With the Bears leading for the majority of this contest, Montgomery surpassed 21 carries for the first time all season, and although he didn't have a run of 20 yards, he consistently picked up chunks of real estate on his way to a season-high yardage total. He's averaging over 100 rushing yards and 1.5 touchdowns over his last four games, and he'll have a fantastic Week 16 matchup against a Jaguars defense that's ranked in the bottom three of the league against the run.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits century mark

    Montgomery rushed 11 times for 113 yards and a touchdown while adding three receptions for 42 yards in the Bears' 36-7 victory over the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery took the first offensive snap for the Bears 80 yards for a touchdown, and even though Chicago controlled this game throughout, he saw just 11 carries while the team chose to go with a pass-heavy approach, likely keeping him from having a massive performance. He's now posted at least 111 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown in each of his last three games, and he'll remain a solid starting option during the remainder of the fantasy playoffs.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in defeat

    Montgomery rushed 17 times for 72 yards and two touchdowns while adding four receptions for 39 yards in Chicago's 34-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Although Montgomery saw his third-highest number of rushing attempts on the season, the team also gave 10 carries to Cordarrelle Patterson, which likely kept Montgomery from having a massive fantasy performance. Despite the backfield split, he'll continue to be Chicago's primary running back, and with upcoming matchups against the Texans, Vikings and Jaguars, Montgomery will be a solid top-24 running back in the fantasy playoffs.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Over 100 rushing yards

    Montgomery rushed 11 times for 103 yards and caught five passes for 40 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 41-25 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery burst up the middle of the Packers defense on Chicago's first drive of the game for a 57-yard run, but with the Bears falling hopelessly behind in the first half, the team was forced to mostly abandon their rushing attack. Fortunately, he was able to pile up significant yardage and a touchdown long after the game was out of hand to give him an excellent fantasy performance. Montgomery has now posted at least 100 combined yards in two of his last three games, and he should continue to…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to return to lineup

    Montgomery said Wednesday that he's cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and will return to action Sunday against the Packers, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Bears didn't get much going on the ground while Montgomery was sidelined for their Week 10 loss to the Vikings, so the return of Chicago's clear-cut top back will be a welcome one. In nine games to date, the 2019 third-round pick has logged 131 carries for 472 yards and a touchdown to go with 30 catches for 212 yards and another score. While Montgomery hasn't been a source of big plays, his volume has been steady enough to ensure a decent fantasy floor on a weekly basis.

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Monday

    Montgomery (concussion) is present for the portion of Monday's practice open to the media, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery appears to have made real progress in his recovery during Chicago's bye, considering that he wasn't able to practice in any capacity before being ruled out against the Vikings in Week 10. The second-year pro's ability to practice in some capacity Monday isn't enough to consider him clear of the league's five-step protocol for head injuries yet, but it does represent a tangible step in the right direction. Montgomery will work to attain full medical clearance in time to suit up in…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out Monday

    Montgomery (concussion) will not play in Monday's matchup against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Montgomery was unable to practice all week, and it looks like the team will err on the side of caution with its second-year running back. The team has a Week 11 bye, so his next chance to return will come in Week 12 versus the Packers. In his absence, Chicago will go to Cordarrelle Patterson as their primary option in the backfield, while Ryan Nall and Artavis Pierce will also be available. It should be noted the team could also elevate Lamar Miller from the practice squad.

    Published: Sat, Nov 14 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Montgomery (concussion) didn't practice Friday.

    Analysis: Montgomery entered the concussion protocol after he exited the Bears' Week 9 loss to the Titans in the fourth quarter. With no practice reps yet under his belt, he's trending in the wrong direction for an appearance Monday against the Vikings. Saturday's injury report will be telling for Montgomery's status, in addition to Chicago's running back situation. If he's unable to suit up, the Bears will roll with Cordarrelle Patterson, Ryan Nall and Artavis Pierce out of the backfield. The team also…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Thursday

    Montgomery (concussion) is not participating in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Montgomery suffered a concussion during Sunday's loss to the Titans, and he'll thus need to fully clear the league's five-step protocol for head injuries before being cleared to retake the field. That the Bears' next matchup will come in the form of a Monday night tilt against Minnesota will provide Montgomery an extra day for recovery, but he'll almost certainly need to resume practicing in some capacity Friday or Saturday for any chance of playing Week 10.

    Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In concussion protocol

    Montgomery suffered a concussion during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Titans, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery got shaken up in the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss, prior to which he had 14 carries for 30 yards and three catches for 12 yards (on three targets). The second-year pro now will need to clear the league's five-step concussion protocol before retaking the field, which puts his availability for Week 10's Monday Night Football contest against the Vikings in some jeopardy. With Tarik Cohen (knee) already out for the year with a torn ACL, the Bears only have Cordarrelle Patterson, Ryan…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets shaken up Sunday

    Montgomery is under evaluation for a concussion after departing Sunday's game in Tennessee.

    Analysis: Montgomery was shaken up in the fourth quarter, with a head injury eventually revealed to be the concern. At the point he left the contest, he had 14 carries for 30 yards and three catches (on three targets) for 12 yards. If Montgomery needs some time away from the field, the Bears will have to trust in Cordarrelle Patterson, Ryan Nall and Artavis Pierce out of the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Over 100 yards from scrimmage

    Montgomery rushed 21 times for 89 yards and caught two passes for 16 yards in the Bears' 26-23 loss in overtime to the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: For the first time since Week 2, Montgomery rushed for over 3.4 yards per carry, as he consistently was able to fight through initial contact to produce positive yardage. He was also targeted five times, which represents the fifth straight game he's had that many looks in the passing game, and he continues to perform as a volume-based running back option with a solid scoring floor for fantasy managers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly 20 touches

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 48 yards and caught all five of his targets for 21 yards in Monday night's 24-10 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Montgomery struggled to get much going on the ground against a swarming Los Angeles front seven. Fortunately, the tailback picked up a handful of receptions to bolster his output, including a few with the Bears chasing the game late. Montgomery has now caught at least four passes in three straight outings, but with an average of just 45 rushing yards per game over that span, his production leaves a lot to be desired. However, the sledding doesn't appear any more favorable in Week 8, as he'll be…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 23 touches in victory

    Montgomery rushed 19 times for 58 yards while catching four passes for an additional 39 yards in the Bears' 23-16 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Fantasy managers were likely disappointed that Montgomery barely cracked three yards per carry against the second-most generous fantasy defense to opposing running backs, and unfortunately, he was unable to find the end zone on consecutive goal-line carries before Nick Foles eventually scored on the next play. Since taking over a full-time role in the backfield, Montgomery is averaging fewer than three yards per carry, but he's posted at least 30 receiving yards in each of those contests,…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores touchdown in win

    Montgomery rushed 10 times for 29 yards and a touchdown while adding seven catches for 30 yards in Chicago's 20-19 victory over the Buccaneers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had very little room to run against a Buccaneers defense that's been among the stingiest in the league against opposing running backs, though he was able to pile up a number of short receptions while also scoring on a goal-line carry to give him a solid fantasy day. Since the team lost Tarik Cohen (knee) for the season, Montgomery has seen most of the backfield work, and he should continue to see enough volume to be a high-floor fantasy starter.

    Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 13 touches

    Montgomery rushed 10 times for 27 yards and caught three passes for 30 yards in the Bears' 19-11 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: Facing a swarming Indianapolis run defense, Montgomery rarely had any room to operate on the ground, and he failed to gain more than six yards on any of his rushing attempts. With the Bears trailing throughout, they were unable to run a balanced offense, keeping Montgomery from seeing a bigger workload. With at least 57 combined yards in each game this season, he'll continue to be a top-24 running back with a solid weekly floor.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 16 touches in win

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 45 yards and caught two passes for nine yards in the Bears' 30-26 victory over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery was routinely stuffed over his first nine carries of the game, as he was averaging fewer than 1.5 yards on those attempts. He fortunately had a few productive runs while the Bears were in the process of making up a huge deficit, as he found more room to operate. He's carried the ball between 13 and 16 times in each game this season, giving him a solid weekly floor as a top-25 running back.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in rushing and receiving

    Montgomery rushed 16 times for 82 yards while catching all three of his targets for 45 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 17-13 victory over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: For the first time in his career, Montgomery exceeded five yards per rushing attempt, as he was frequently able to get into space and make defenders miss. In addition, he out-targeted backfield mate Tarik Cohen for the second week in a row, and it would appear that he's a player the coaching staff is preparing to lean on throughout the season. However, it should be noted that he's been productive against a pair of weak run defenses, though his current role in the offense provides optimism that…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to action

    Montgomery (neck) returned to Sunday's game versus the Giants, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery landed on his head when he lept over a pile in the second quarter, but after being evaluated in the locker room, the second-year RB has returned to the game.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures neck Sunday

    Montgomery sustained a neck injury during Sunday's game against the Giants, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: While attempting to leap over a pile on a first-down play early in the second quarter, Montgomery landed on his head, came off the field under his own power and visited the blue sideline tent. Deemed questionable to return, he'll yield running back reps to Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in carries

    Montgomery rushed 13 times for 64 yards while catching one of three targets for an additional 10 yards in the Bears' 27-23 victory over Detroit.

    Analysis: After missing practice time over the last few weeks with a groin injury, Montgomery handled his typical role as the early-down runner, and he regularly posted positive yardage on his attempts against a Lions' defensive line that failed to get consistent penetration into the backfield. With the Bears trailing by over two touchdowns in the third quarter, however, Montgomery saw very few rushing attempts down the stretch because the team had to employ a pass-heavy attack. With very little…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go for Week 1

    Montgomery (groin) is active for Sunday's game in Detroit.

    Analysis: Montgomery looked in serious jeopardy of missing the season opener after straining his groin in an Aug. 26 workout, but the running back was able to clear up most of the concern about his availability by logging full practices Thursday and Friday. The second-year back still carried a questionable tag into the weekend, but now that he's been formally cleared, Montgomery is expected to handle a full workload Sunday. No. 2 back Tarik Cohen will also have a role in the Bears' game plan, with most…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to suit up for opener

    Montgomery (groin) is expected to be active and receive a full workload in Sunday's season opener against the Lions, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.

    Analysis: This anticipated outcome was foreshadowed by Montgomery's full participation in practice Friday. It's still worth confirming the running back's availability for Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff, but in the absence of any setbacks, Montgomery is line to head the Bears' Week 1 backfield, with Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall in reserve.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 4:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Montgomery (groin) was a full practice participant Friday but is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Detroit.

    Analysis: Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune notes that Montgomery likely would be listed as 'probable' if the NFL still used that designation. Montgomery closed out the week with back-to-back full practices after Wednesday's limited session, putting him on track for the starting role Sunday in Detroit. However, it's probably best to check back in once inactive lists come out Sunday morning, as it wasn't too long ago that Montgomery's Week 1 status was a major source of concern. The Bears' roster…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Thursday

    Montgomery (groin) practiced fully Thursday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery kicked off Week 1 prep with a limited session, the result of a groin strain suffered Aug. 26. He touched on the limitations Thursday, telling Stacey Dales of NFL Network that he "didn't do much in practice yesterday. Wanna be safe." By getting in a full session, Montgomery is ready to lead the Bears backfield Sunday at Detroit, at least on early downs.

    Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 'limited' tag Wednesday

    Montgomery (groin) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Montgomery picked up a groin strain during an Aug. 26 practice, when he slipped on the field while taking a handoff from Mitchell Trubisky. His initial recovery timeline was 2-to-4 weeks, which conveniently coincided with the Bears' opener Sept. 13. While coach Matt Nagy told Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com before Wednesday's session that Montgomery was "gonna have a hell of a stretch practice," the running back proceeded to add individual drills to the mix and received a "limited" tag on the injury…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting in work Wednesday

    Montgomery (groin) took part in stretching and individual drills at Wednesday's practice, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery is two weeks removed from the groin strain that was expected to require 2-to-4 weeks of recovery time. Considering what he was able to do Wednesday, he seems poised to receive a "limited" tag on the Bears' first Week 1 injury report, which will be revealed in the near future. If he's unable to make it all the way back for Sunday's game at Detroit, though, Montgomery will yield the backfield to some combination of pass-catching back Tarik Cohen, Ryan Nall and undrafted rookie Artavis…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for 2-to-4 weeks

    Montgomery (groin) is expected to be out for 2-to-4 weeks, giving him a shot to be ready for Chicago's season opener against Detroit, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With the opener two an a half weeks away, this timeline suggests Montgomery is more likely to miss the game than suit up. He suffered a groin strain Wednesday, slipping on the practice field while taking a hand-off from Mitchell Trubisky. Initial reports stirred up fear of a knee ligament injury, but it turned out to be something much less serious, albeit still a threat to Montgomery's Week 1 availability. The Bears don't have much depth in their backfield, with passing-down specialist Tarik…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 27 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers groin strain

    Head coach Matt Nagy said that Montgomery, who suffered a groin strain Wednesday, will undergoing further testing as the Bears look to determine the severity of the injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Reports earlier in the day suggested that Montgomery was carted off the practice field with the injury, but Adam Jahns of The Athletic later provided more specificity on the matter, relaying that the running back "left the practice field under his own power, was evaluated and was then carted to Halas Hall." In any case, Montgomery's health remains a situation to monitor, even though his injury situation appears less serious than initially feared.

    Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Initial diagnosis promising

    Initial tests suggest Montgomery suffered a groin strain during Wednesday's practice, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery went to the ground without contact and was then carted off the field, leading to immediate speculation regarding the possibility of a major knee injury. Fortunately, the second wave of reports is far more promising than the first, with Adam Schefter of ESPN also suggesting Montgomery avoided a knee injury, and adding that the Bears are optimistic as they await results from more tests. Montgomery seems to have escaped the worst-case scenario of a torn knee ligament, but that doesn't…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Possible serious injury

    Montgomery left Wednesday's practice early with "what looked like a significant (leg) injury," Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Per Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, Montgomery was carted off the field following a non-contact injury. The Bears will presumably send Montgomery in for further testing, after which a clearer diagnosis of his injury along with a potential timeline for his recovery will become available. Tarik Cohen should be in store for more reps with the first-team offense in the short term, but the Bears would more than likely add a veteran running back to the roster if Montgomery is forced to miss time.

    Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaner and faster

    Montgomery shed six pounds in the offseason and looks noticeably quicker on the practice field, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Although Montgomery ran for just 3.7 yards per carry as a rookie, the offensive line frequently failed to open holes for him, and he often ran on obvious running downs against stacked boxes. Unless a line that wasn't addressed in the offseason takes a big step forward, it'll be difficult for Montgomery to show massive improvement. However, he's the unquestioned leader for early-down work, and his expected volume indicates he offers a stable floor for a player being drafted outside the top-24…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 23 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • High hopes for Year 2

    Montgomery anticipates taking a big step forward this season, Colleen Kane of The Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery believes improved knowledge of Matt Nagy's playbook will help him perform better, and running backs coach Charles London says the second-year pro can make more of an impact in the passing game. It's basically the same stuff we hear with every young running back, but there is reason to think Montgomery will best last year's ugly mark of 3.7 YPC if the Chicago offense as a whole isn't so brutal. On the other hand, Tarik Cohen remains locked in for a significant pass-catching role out…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 14 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eclipses 100 yards

    Montgomery rushed 23 times for 113 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 21-19 win over the Vikings in Week 17, and he finished the season with 889 rushing yards, 185 receiving yards and six touchdowns .

    Analysis: Despite seeing over 250 touches in his rookie season, Montgomery struggled due to poor offensive line blocking and inconsistent usage that rarely allowed him to get into a rhythm. He typically showed excellent elusiveness, but he was usually met by multiple defenders after evading an initial tackler. He'll be entering the second year of his rookie deal in 2020, and he should be considered a top-24 running back in fantasy drafts; however, if Chicago improves its blocking and playcalling, he'll…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 14 touches

    Montgomery rushed 13 times for 57 yards and caught one pass for two yards in the Bears' 26-3 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: Aside from one drive in the third quarter when Montgomery had three productive runs, he was a non-factor in a game in which the Bears were unable to compete. After having posted at least 49 combined yards in each of his last four games, he'll be a volume-based option at running back in Week 17 against the Vikings.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unproductive on 15 touches

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 39 yards and caught one pass for 10 yards in the Bears' 21-13 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Despite facing a Green Bay defense that struggled most of the year to stop the run, Montgomery was unable to break a run of longer than eight yards, and once the Bears fell behind by double digits early in the third quarter, he lost significant playing time to Tarik Cohen. After touching the ball at least 15 times in each of his last eight games while posting inconsistent production, he'll be a volume-based fantasy option in Week 16 at home against the Chiefs.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays workhorse role in win

    Montgomery rushed 20 times for 86 yards and failed to secure his only target in the Bears' 31-24 win over the Cowboys on Thursday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Montgomery hit the 20-carry mark for only the third time this season, as he was leaned on more than usual in the latter stages of the fourth quarter with the Bears trying to ice the game. The rookie has been productive over his last pair of contests after a pair of lackluster outings in Weeks 11 and 12, as he's garnered 161 rushing yards on 36 carries against the Lions and Cowboys. He'll look to play a significant role again in a Week 15 divisional battle versus the Packers a week from Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Compiles 87 total yards, TD in win

    Montgomery rushed 16 times for 75 yards and secured both of his targets for 12 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 24-20 win over the Lions on Thursday.

    Analysis: Montgomery turned in a workman-like effort on the ground, with his long run of the day going for a modest 14 yards. He also delivered through the air when it mattered most, notching what would turn out to be a game-winning three-yard touchdown reception with 2:17 remaining. Montgomery's rushing yardage tally served as his second highest of the season, and he'll look to build on those numbers versus the Cowboys in a Week 14 Thursday night home matchup.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing performance

    Montgomery rushed 13 times for 22 yards and caught two passes for nine yards in the Bears' 19-14 victory over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: Even though he appeared fully recovered from the ankle injury that limited him last week, he continued to split work fairly equally with Tarik Cohen, and aside from a 13-yard run, Montgomery was unable to generate much yardage after contact. Despite his poor performance, this was the first time in five games that he failed to post at least 50 yards from scrimmage, and he should be considered a low-end starting option for fantasy managers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Does little with 15 touches

    Montgomery (ankle) carried the ball 14 times for 31 yards and caught one pass (three targets) for 19 yards in Sunday's 17-7 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Montgomery was a game-time decision after rolling his ankle at practice earlier this week, but he was able to suit up and lead the team in carries. Unfortunately for his fantasy owners, the rookie was unable to do much against the Rams' stout interior defensive line, and he may have also been feeling the affects of the balky ankle. Despite the dud, Montgomery has been averaging 18 carries over his last four contests, and he will have a chance to feast against the Giants -- which allow 122.7…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 10:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Available Week 11

    Montgomery (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams at L.A., Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

    Analysis: Montgomery rolled his ankle at Wednesday's practice, inducing the Bears to hold him out Thursday before he returned Friday as a limited participant. Considered a game-time decision by coach Matt Nagy, Montgomery must have appeased the team's medical and training staffs enough to get the all-clear. It's unclear if Montgomery will handle his typical workload, but Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall are on hand in the event he cannot.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for game-time call

    Montgomery (ankle) will be a game-time decision Sunday night against the Rams, Nathan Smith of the Bears' official site reports. "It was good to get him back out there and just kind of see where he's at," coach Matt Nagy said after Friday's practice. "He's gonna end up being a game-time decision for us."

    Analysis: Montgomery was held out of Thursday's practice after he injured his ankle Wednesday. The return to a limited session Friday sets him up as truly questionable, with Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall the alternate options in Chicago's backfield. An 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff creates issues for fantasy managers, and there's no assurance of a full workload even if Montgomery ends up playing. It's a brutal matchup in any case, with the Rams limiting backs to 3.6 yards per carry (fourth-best) and allowing the…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable for SNF

    Montgomery (ankle) returned to practice Friday as a limited participant and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: This has all the makings of a frustrating situation for fantasy managers, with Montgomery appearing truly questionable for a game that kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET. He was listed as a limited participant Wednesday when he initially hurt his ankle during practice, before downgrading to no activity Thursday. The return to a limited session Friday suggests he has a real chance to play, with Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall on hand in the event of an absence. The Bears waived Mike Davis last week, eating…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Thursday

    Montgomery (ankle) didn't practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Montgomery made a surprise appearance on the Bears' first Week 11 injury report as a limited participant. The reason become clear Thursday, when coach Matt Nagy relayed Montgomery "lightly" rolled his ankle at Wednesday's session, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. As a result, Montgomery's lack of reps Thursday is concerning, giving him just one more chance to get in some work before the weekend. If he's limited or even absent Sunday against the Rams in L.A., Tarik Cohen and Ryan Nall…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 11 status in question

    Coach Matt Nagy said that Montgomery "lightly" rolled an ankle during Wednesday's practice, leaving the running back's availability uncertain for this weekend's game against the Rams, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Nagy's comments provide an explanation for why Montgomery was surprisingly listed as a limited participant Wednesday in the Bears' first practice of the week. It's uncertain whether the rookie will be able to resume practicing Thursday and/or Friday, but his ability to bounce back from the ankle sprain over the next couple of days will likely have significant sway on his status for the weekend. If Montgomery -- who has played at least 60 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the last three…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by ankle issue

    Montgomery was limited at Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Since seeing a season-low four touches Week 7 against the Saints, Montgomery has bounced back over the last three games, racking up 65 touches for 283 yards and three touchdowns. With the lead role locked down ahead of change-of-pace back Tarik Cohen, Montgomery has become the most consistent option in the Bears offense, but the aforementioned health concern could throw a wrench into that development.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing afternoon

    Montgomery carried 17 times for 60 yards in the Bears' 20-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Despite what appeared to be a cupcake matchup, Montgomery was never given a chance to get into a groove. Even when the Bears got the ball deep in enemy territory, it was Tarik Cohen who was given the red-zone screen pass for a touchdown. When Chicago established a commanding lead late in the third quarter, it was disappointing that Montgomery wasn't given the consistent carries that could've propelled him to a much bigger performance. Although he's posted at least 60 yards in each of his last…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice

    Montgomery rushed 14 times for 40 yards and two touchdowns and caught three passes for 36 yards in Chicago's 22-14 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: Montgomery had just a single yard at the half, but once the Bears were trailing by double digits, the offense started to move the ball better, and he was able to punch in two of his three goal-line carries in to help get Chicago back into the game. He was mostly shut down on the majority of his touches, but a 17-yard run and a 30-yard reception accounted for almost half of his scrimmage yards. For the first time this season, he's put together back-to-back useful fantasy performances, and his…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Rankings

  • Bye Week5
  • Rank12
  • % Rostered85.4
  • % Change-14.5
  • WK 15 Pts7.50
  • WK 16 Proj. Pts0.00

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