Texans Acquire David Montgomery in Multi-Asset Trade With Lions

The Houston Texans have finalized a trade to acquire star running back David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions to improve their rushing attack. In exchange for the veteran ball carrier, Detroit received offensive lineman Juice Scruggs along with two future draft selections. Montgomery sought the move after seeing a significant decline in his workload during the previous season behind Jahmyr Gibbs. Houston intends for Montgomery to serve as their primary starter, signaling a likely departure for injured veteran Joe Mixon. Meanwhile, the Lions are using this transition to rebuild their offensive line after struggling with pass protection and run blocking consistency. This high-profile swap addresses the roster needs of both franchises as they prepare for the 2026 season.