Overview
- At the NFL Scouting Combine, GM Brad Holmes said he has had “healthy dialogue” with Montgomery’s agent and reiterated that Detroit wants him back.
- Montgomery is weighing whether to push for a trade to a team that would feature him or stay with the Lions, with conversations described as fluid.
- His role shrank in 2025 to career lows in rushes (158) and touches (182), with no starts and no more than 10 carries in any of the final eight games.
- Head coach Dan Campbell voiced support for retaining him and noted that new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing values him.
- Montgomery is under contract for two more seasons on a two-year extension signed in 2024 and is due a $5.49 million base in 2026 with $1.75 million guaranteed, shaping trade and cap considerations before the new league year.