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Lions running back David Montgomery pushed back on trade rumors with sarcasm on social media after reports he could be moved, as Detroit may seek a Day 3 pick.
Gibbs has risen to become Detroit’s backfield centerpiece, strengthening the Lions’ leverage in any Montgomery deal.
Gibbs’ early-career production, including 1,223 rushing yards and 13 rushing touchdowns in 2025, underscores his value in potential Montgomery trades.

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sports12h ago

Buccaneers weigh a trade for Lions running back David Montgomery to bolster the backfield.
Detroit might accept a Day 3 pick for Montgomery, who reportedly seeks more carries.
Montgomery would provide a power-back option Tampa Bay has lacked behind Irving.
Montgomery has 2,717 rushing yards and 35 touchdowns in 49 games for Detroit.
The discussion followed ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reporting Montgomery wants more carries.
Tampa Bay's cap impact for 2026 would be around $8.37 million if acquired.
Cade Otton and Sean Tucker are mentioned as potential factors in the running back room.
Lions reportedly reduced Montgomery's carries in the last two seasons.
Montgomery's public reaction suggested he disputed rumors about wanting out.
ESPN's Fowler and Yahoo Sports highlighted Montgomery as a potential trade target.
If acquired, Montgomery could split carries with Irving and ease IRVING's workload.

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The Saints are reportedly weighing a trade for Lions running back David Montgomery, potentially pairing him with Kamara.
Fowler and Graziano cited that Montgomery reportedly ‘wants out’ of Detroit, making him a potential trade candidate.
Possible trade pieces include Green Bay’s Elgton Jenkins and Denver’s Ben Powers due to large cap hits.
If moved, Montgomery could fit a Saints system that pairs a power back with Kamara in a Kellen Moore offense.
Montgomery posted 775 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns in 14 games in 2024 and 716 yards with eight touchdowns in 2025.
The Lions’ backfield with Gibbs may be influencing Montgomery’s perceived trade value.
The Saints would potentially benefit from a backfield with Kamara that emphasizes both power running and receiving threat.
The piece notes the potential for a Day 3 pick to secure a Montgomery trade.
ESPN insiders Fowler and Graziano are cited for the trade context during the scouting combine.
Montgomery’s potential move would influence Saints’ 2026 backfield decisions amid Kamara's advancing age.
The article discusses a broader Saints free-agency context, including other players and strategies.

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sports10h ago

Montgomery refutes ESPN report that he wants out of Detroit amid trade rumors.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler suggested Montgomery is prepared to leave the Lions.
Lions GM Brad Holmes echoed ongoing conversations about Montgomery’s fit and future.
Montgomery emphasized a collaborative mindset with Jahmyr Gibbs during Super Bowl week.
Holmes maintained they would love to keep Montgomery but acknowledged roster realities.
Montgomery’s workload declined in 2025 as Gibbs became more prominent.
Montgomery has two years left on his contract with an $8.4 million cap hit in 2026.
A potential trade could free up cap space for Detroit.
The NFL league-year timing could intensify discussions around Montgomery.
Pride of Detroit notes Montgomery remains valued by the Lions despite the rumors.

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Seahawks reportedly weighing a trade for Lions running back David Montgomery to replace potential Walker departure.
Walker’s free-agent outlook could create a void at running back for Seattle next season.
Montgomery has averaged 835 yards and 11 rushing TDs over three Lions seasons.
The Lions may seek a mid-to-late draft pick in any potential trade.
Montgomery’s age positions him in prime running back years for a contending team.
The Seahawks aim to sustain their win-now roster with a capable first-string back.
Trading for Montgomery could align with Seattle’s draft and salary cap outlook.
Montgomery’s public comments on trade desire suggest a potential leverage point in negotiations.
Detroit voiding 2028 on Montgomery’s contract signals possible openness to a swap.

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