Bears RB David Montgomery managed just five carries for 18 yards and 3 receptions for 19 yards (among three targets) in Sunday's OT win over the Giants. He trailed Jahmyr Gibbs by 10 carries and nine targets for the game.

The most-discussed aspect of Detroit's Sunday night loss at Philadelphia appears to be the strong performance by the Eagles defense, followed closely by complaints about the officiating and insults hurled at Jalen Hurts' passing. But the biggest offensive star of the minimally offensive 16-9 game was easily RB Jahmyr Gibbs. He rushed just 12 times for 39 yards (3.3 per rush), Gibbs' second lackluster rushing performance among the past three games. But he racked up a career-high 107 receiving yards on a team-high 5 catches. Gibbs' eight targets ranked second on the team. His 28 pass routes ranked third and tied his season high, set back in Week 1.

The Lions placed TE Sam LaPorta on IR with his back injury. He's out through at least through Week 14, and it's unclear if he'll be ready to return when first eligible in Week 15. We still don't have any details on this back injury. LaPorta is worth trying to hang on to in fantasy leagues, but he's not a must-hold if you need the roster space. TE Brock Wright is next up on Detroit's depth chart but owns just 65 catches in 67 career games. TE Ross Dwelley -- 45 catches in 108 games -- is also on the active roster. TEs Anthony Firkser and Zach Horton are on the practice squad. We wouldn't bother with any of these guys in fantasy right now. Expect most of LaPorta's targets to be spread to WRs Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams and RBs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.

Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 142 yards and 1 TD and caught 3 passes for 30 yards and another score as the Detroit Lions hammered the Washington Commanders 44-22. Despite the banner fantasy outing, Gibbs' 35 snaps were his fewest since Week 5, while David Montgomery, who tied Gibbs with 15 carries, out-snapped Gibbs and was in on a season-high 38 plays.

Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs delivered one of the best fantasy performances of the season on Monday Night Football. Gibbs produced 218 scrimmage yards and a pair of TDs to help lead the Lions to an easy 24-9 victory over Tampa Bay. Gibbs rushed 17 times for 136 yards and 2 scores and caught 3 balls for another 82 yards in the win.

Lions RB David Montgomery managed just 12 yards on nine carries in Sunday's win over the Browns. He trailed Jahmyr Gibbs in carries (15-9), playing time (37 snaps to 20), and pass routes (16-7). Montgomery drew just one target, which fell incomplete. Gibbs posted a 15-91-1 rushing line (6.1 yards per carry) and 2 receptions for 6 yards.

David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs saw a near-even split in rushing attempts in Sunday's lopsided victory over the Bears. Gibbs rushed 12 times for 94 yards (7.8 per carry) and a TD, including a 42-yard scamper in the third quarter. Montgomery handled 11 carries for 57 yards (5.2 per rush) and a TD. Both rushing scores came in the first quarter, Gibbs' from 6 yards out to close the first drive and Montgomery's from a yard out late in the quarter. Gibbs added 3 catches for 10 yards on three targets. Montgomery caught his long target for 4 yards.

Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs disappointed on the ground with nine carries for 19 yards. In PPR leagues, he salvaged the day by catching all 10 of his targets for 31 yards. Even so, it was a poor showing for the Lions’ rushing attack.

Plenty of fantasy players would love to see Lions RB David Montgomery go away and for RB Jahmyr Gibbs to be unleashed. But it doesn't sound like that's in Detroit's plans this season. HC Dan Campbell said Monday that Montgomery "is not forgotten" and will continue to form a "1-2 punch" with Gibbs.

Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs said he's being split out wide "way more" under new OC John Morton. Gibbs added that Morton wants him "more involved" in the passing game.

The Lions named John Morton their new OC. He'll replace Ben Johnson, who took the Bears HC job after leading Detroit to three straight top-five finishes in both points and total yards. Morton was a senior offensive assistant for Johnson's first Lions squad in 2022 before spending the last two years as Broncos passing game coordinator. His only previous OC experience came at USC in 2009 and 2010 and with the Jets in 2017. That Jets team -- quarterbacked by Josh McCown and Bryce Petty -- ranked 28th in total yards and 24th in points. We won't hold that against Morton. He'll now be working with one of the most loaded offenses in the league, although it's fair to expect some dropoff in play-calling from Johnson to Morton.

Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) put in a full week of practice and is not listed on the final injury report for the Divisional Round. He'll play in Saturday night's game vs. the Commanders -- and it looks like he might be ready for something close to his usual role. There are still questions about Montgomery's effectiveness in his first game back from his MCL injury, making him a risk/reward play in fantasy lineups.

Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) was listed as a full participant on Tuesday's practice report. Detroit only held a walkthrough, but this confirms that Montgomery is on track to play vs. the Commanders on Saturday. It's still unclear exactly how close to 100% he'll be for that one, a little less than five weeks after injuring his MCL. We'll keep tabs on his status.

Lions HC Dan Campbell said Tuesday that he expects RB David Montgomery (knee) to be available for the Divisional Round. Montgomery injured his right MCL on December 15 but chose rehab over surgery in hopes of returning for the playoffs. It looks like he'll hit that goal -- although it's unclear how effective Montgomery will be coming off the injury. He's a risky pick in NFL playoff fantasy contests but carries plenty of upside, especially if the Lions play three games. The news is a slight hit to RB Jahmyr Gibbs, but he remains the No. 2 RB in our playoff rankings.

Lions RB David Montgomery is targeting the Divisional Round for his return from an MCL injury, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Detroit will get the NFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round bye if they win out, so Montgomery might end up not missing any playoff games. Although risky, he could be a good pick in playoff fantasy football contests.

Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) is hoping to return at some point during the postseason, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. After getting multiple opinions on his injured MCL, Montgomery has opted for rest and rehab instead of surgery. He can still be dropped from all redraft rosters but is back in play at least as a flier in playoff fantasy contests. We'll keep you updated on his progress and a potential return target.

Lions HC Dan Campbell said Monday that RB David Montgomery needs season-ending surgery on the MCL he injured in the Week 15 loss to the Bills. It's a massive blow to a Detroit offense that's fueled by its running game. But Montgomery's absence figures to turn RB Jahmyr Gibbs into a league-winner. In three games without Montgomery last year, Gibbs averaged 18.0 carries, 5.7 targets, and 132 total yards per game.

Lions RB David Montgomery injured his right MCL in Sunday's loss to the Bills and will be out indefinitely. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that it's a tear and that Montgomery might be out through the playoffs. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it as a sprain but adds that Montgomery will have further testing. Whatever the specific diagnosis and return timeline, it seems a pretty safe bet that Montgomery will miss the rest of the regular season.