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The Lions had become known for the Sonic-and-Knuckles backfield of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, but now Detroit moves on without Montgomery, who was traded to the Texans. He was replaced with former Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco, but it remains to be seen if Montgomery's impact (716 yards, 8 touchdowns) can be made up.

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Montgomery traded to Texans; Lions must replace 716 yards, 8 TDs.

The source notes that Lions RB David Montgomery was traded to the Texans, removing a key piece from Detroit's offense. Montgomery contributed 716 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2025 as part of the "Sonic-and-Knuckles backfield" with Jahmyr Gibbs, and it remains uncertain whether the Lions can replicate his production with replacement Isiah Pacheco.

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