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Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery's cryptic social media activity has raised some questions about his future with the team.
Running back David Montgomery was one of several Lions players listed as questionable to play against the Vikings on Christmas, but Thursday morning brought a positive update about his outlook for the game.
Montgomery (illness) rushed 10 times for 25 yards and caught both of his targets for 15 yards in Thursday's 23-10 loss to the Vikings.
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery has caught the attention of supporters with his recent actions online. Earlier on Tuesday morning, a post on social media highlighting his uniform in the Lions' locker room went viral, with many speculating the veteran running back is unhappy.
The Detroit Lions have used David Montgomery less this season than ever before. And on Tuesday, Montgomery used his Instagram in a way he rarely does: He posted something pretty darn cryptic that left fans concerned. This is what Monty posted on his story:
Read on for my Lions vs. Vikings anytime touchdown picks for Christmas Day. Over the past couple of seasons, we’ve seen Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery form a lethal one-two punch, but this season it has started to feel like Gibbs has really become the star of the show.
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Talk of getting David Montgomery more involved has rung unbelievably hollow
David Montgomery's lack of usage has some explainable nuances, but ultimately Dan Campbell has done a lot talking with no follow-through in recent weeks.
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery has been in the news with rumors of his exit from the NFC North franchise growing over the last few days.