Lions trade David Montgomery to Texans for draft pick

The Lions sent David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for a draft pick, a move that saves the team about $3.5 million in cap space.

Montgomery, who had a reduced role in 2023, was unhappy with his playing time behind Jahmyr Gibbs. Lions GM Brad Holmes said the trade was a way to move forward, though the team will need to find a replacement.