Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery is in the middle of one of the toughest personal stretches of his career — but instead of hiding from it, he’s embracing accountability. Speaking with honesty after a rough few weeks, Montgomery admitted he hasn’t played to his usual standard and made it clear that the team comes first.
According to Montgomery, this isn’t a moment for excuses — it’s a moment for leadership. He acknowledged the rise of one of the team’s younger running backs and said he fully supports anyone who helps Detroit win, even if that means sharing or adjusting his own opportunities.
“I won’t let a tough personal stretch hurt the team,” Montgomery explained. “We all have roles, and sometimes that means lifting each other up when one of us isn’t at our best.”
His words struck a chord with Lions fans. In a league where players often protect their stats above all else, Montgomery’s willingness to put the team ahead of himself shows exactly why he remains one of the respected veterans in the locker room.
And when Detroit gets a mentality like that — especially from a leader in the running back room — it’s the kind of thing that can spark a late-season turnaround.
Montgomery Opens Up After Slump: “I Won’t Let My Tough Stretch Hurt This Team”
