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Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery: Stats, salary, position, height

Joe Mewis
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery: Stats, salary, position, heightGregory Shamus/Getty Images
The former Chicago Bear has been a key player for the Detroit Lions.

After years of mediocracy (and often worse than that), the Detroit Lions finally look to be a team on the up who can set their sites on becoming regular playoff contenders. 

Head coach Dan Campbell has built up an agressive, hard working, loyal team in his own image and they are now reaping the benefits. David Montgomery was snapped up last off-season and has made a quick impact at Ford Field.

Here is a look at Montgomery's backgound. 

What college did David Montgomery attend? 

Montgomery spent three years at Iowa State between 2016 and 2018, making 28 starts and turning out in 37 total games.  

Where was David Montgomery picked in the NFL draft?

David Montgomery gave up the final year of his college eligabilty to declare for the 2019 NFL Draft, where the Chicago Bears slected him with in the third round with the 73rd overall pick.

David Montgomery bio

  • Current team: Detroit Lions
  • Jersey number: 5
  • Position: Running back
  • Height: 5ft 11in
  • Weight: 224lb

What position does David Montgomery play? 

David Montgomery is a running back.

David Montgomery's stats and records

Montgomery quickly became a key part of the Chicago offense, going over 1,500 yards from scrimmage in 2020 and then topping the 1,000 rushing mark during his first year in Detroit. 

What is David Montgomery salary? 

Montgomery was a free agent signing for the Lions last year, putting pen to paper on a three-year, $18 million contract. As per Spotrac, this included a $4.5 million signing bonus and $11 million guaranteed. He is on an annual salary of $6 million.