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Is David Montgomery playing tonight? Why Lions RB is off to quiet start in Week 14

December 5, 2025

In 2025, David Montgomery of the Detroit Lions has seen a significant decrease in touches compared to previous seasons due to the emergence of teammate Jahmyr Gibbs. While Montgomery averaged nearly 16 touches per game in 2023 and 2024, he is now down to 11.9 touches per game, as Gibbs takes on a larger role in the Lions' offense.

Is David Montgomery playing tonight? Why Lions RB is off to quiet start in Week 14

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David Montgomery's touches have decreased to 11.9 per game in 2025.
Montgomery averaged 16.8 and 15.7 touches per game in 2023 and 2024, respectively.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Montgomery's teammate, has increased his touches to 18.8 per game in 2025.
The Lions have shifted their backfield strategy to utilize Gibbs more.

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Is David Montgomery playing tonight? Why Lions RB is off to quiet start in Week 14

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