Reports: Lions trading RB David Montgomery to Texans

The Detroit Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Houston Texans, multiple outlets reported Monday.

The Lions will receive offensive lineman Juice Scruggs and fourth- and seventh-round picks in next month's draft in exchange, per NFL Network.

ESPN reported Sunday that Montgomery wanted out of Detroit after three seasons, seeking a situation where he wasn't splitting carries with Jahmyr Gibbs.

Montgomery, who turns 29 in June, is owed $6 million for the 2026 season.