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    Detroit Lions Dealt With Another Injury Blow As Green Bay Packers Showdown Looms

    Paolo SongcoBy Paolo SongcoSeptember 19, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
    Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during first half action Sunday, Sept.17 2023.
    Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during first half action Sunday, Sept.17 2023.

    The Detroit Lions tasted defeat for the first time this season on Sunday in a 37-31 overtime loss against the Seattle Seahawks. To add insult to injury, starting running back David Montgomery was forced to exit the game with a thigh problem in the second half and was unable to return.

    At this point, it’s looking like an extended absence for the 26-year-old RB.

    Detroit Lions Lose David Montgomery in Week 2 Defeat Vs. Seahawks

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    Detroit running back David M. (5) waves at fans as he leaves the field after 21-20 win over Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023.

    Montgomery suffered the injury in the third quarter of Sunday’s game as he was battling for additional yards following a seven-yard catch. Detroit’s medical team quickly attended to Montgomery as they helped him hobble to the bench before eventually being carted off the field. He would not return to the game.

    Despite playing just three quarters, Montgomery still led Detroit with 67 rushing yards on 16 carries, while also scoring his second touchdown of the season. Needless to say, the former Iowa State standout is an integral part of the Lions’ offense, and losing him would be a significant blow for the team, especially considering how they already lost defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a potentially season-ending pec injury also during their loss to Seattle.

    David Montgomery Expected to Miss ‘A Couple of Weeks’

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    Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) hands the ball to running back David Montgomery (5) against Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.

    Montgomery himself has already spoken out about his injury status, and it isn’t good news for Lions fans. The running back stated that his thigh bruise could take “a couple weeks” to heal (h/t Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press). However, Montgomery wouldn’t reveal much regarding the severity of the injury as he spoke to reporters after the game.

    The Lions return to action on Sunday with a Week 3 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. It’s going to be a quick turnaround for them as they are slated to take on the Green Bay Packers on Thursday. At this point, it appears that David Montgomery won’t be available for both the Falcons and Packers matchups, and perhaps even beyond.

    Nov 6, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) tries to tackle Green Bay Packers tight end Josiah Deguara (81) during the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Junfu Han-USA TODAY Sports
    Nov 6, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) tries to tackle Green Bay tight end Josiah Deguara (81) during the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Junfu Han-USA TODAY Sports

    According to Kory Woods of mlive, the Lions are turning to Zonovan Knight amid Montgomery’s injury. Knight joined Detroit last August after he was waived by the New York Jets right before the start of the season. After signing with the Lions’ practice squad, the 22-year-old has now been promoted to the active roster amid Montgomery’s injury.

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