A report emerged that Lions running back David Montgomery wants out of Detroit, but don't mourn Sonic & Knuckles just yet.

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Lions General Manager Brad Holmes said in January that the team would consider trading running back David Montgomery this offseason and a report on Sunday indicates that's something Montgomery would like to see happen.

According to an ESPN report, Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery wants out. It's a development that the Lions' organization has been bracing for, but Detroit general manager Brad Holmes indicated this past week that he and the Lions wanted Montgomery back for the 2026 NFL season.

After reporting that the 28-year-old wanted out and revealing what the Lions were seeking in a trade deal, the response on social media has gone viral. Montgomery shared, "Damn, Dmo told you that?" Supporters were quite excited to read what Montgomery shared,

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The Detroit Lions could be closer now to parting ways with veteran running back David Montgomery. In a recent story providing information about what has been learned at the 2026 NFL combine, Jeremy Fowler writes that the veteran running back no longer wants to be in Motown.