David Montgomery has secured a contract extension with the Detroit Lions, highlighting his crucial role in the team’s offense alongside emerging star Jahmyr Gibbs. The new agreement is reported to be worth $18.25 million, including $10.5 million in guaranteed funds. This extension reinforces Montgomery’s significance as a key player in the Lions’ running game for the foreseeable future.
Since joining the Lions, Montgomery has been a reliable workhorse, accumulating 1,286 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns. He surpassed the 1,000-yard mark last season, finishing with 1,015 rushing yards and achieving a career-high of 13 touchdowns. With this new deal, Montgomery and Gibbs are set to create a formidable running back tandem for the Lions moving forward.
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