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Podcast: The Detroit Lions Podcast
Episode: Daily DLP: David Montgomery trade reaction and breakdown
Description: Montgomery Dealt to Houston: Terms and TimingThe Detroit Lions traded David Montgomery to the Houston Texans on Monday morning. Detroit received a 2026 fourth-round pick, a 2027 seventh-round pick, and offensive lineman Juice Scruggs. The move followed a tense 24 hours in which Montgomery publicly pushed back on reports of his trade request. He wanted out. The compensation includes a fourth Houston owns among multiple selections. Another Houston trade also hit earlier in the day, adding to the churn.Why Detroit Moved OnThis came down to role, cost, and touches. Montgomery was the NFL’s...