David Montgomery Finds End Zone against Vikings

January 7, 2024 Soccerforall24

 David Montgomery Finds End Zone against Vikings

When the Detroit Lions play the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field this week, they have the chance to reach a number of significant milestones.

According to running backs coach Scottie Montgomery, running back David Montgomery, who is extremely close to having a 1,000-yard rushing season, has had a fantastic first season in Motown with the help of the entire system.

This week, Montgomery said to reporters, “It would be a mistake if I didn’t mention that we have our tight ends and our O-line.” When it comes to the force-blocking game, which can be challenging, our receivers provide our players with a remarkable opportunity to advance.

Play Michigan lead writer Drew Ellis believes Montgomery will cap off a successful 2023 season with a touchdown at home against Minnesota.

“It’s hard to know what to expect from the Lions in this game. Though Dan Campbell has said the starters are playing, that doesn’t guarantee that they will be playing a full game. One thing I do know, though, is that this team should come out motivated to be physical after what happened in Dallas. I look for the offense to make a statement, when it’s on the field, and to establish the run,” Ellis tells All Lions. “While When the Detroit Lions play the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field this week, they have the chance to reach a number of significant milestones. has been the more explosive runner, David Montgomery has still been the back to grind-out the short-yardage carries. 

“I expect him to be able to find the end zone in the first half of the game. That is why my best bet is the talented running back finding the end zone this week at Ford Field (-115).”

Bonus

Detroit’s secondary was able to gain momentum on the road facing Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens. 

Two weeks ago, Detroit’s secondary recorded four interceptions against the journeyman signal-caller.

If you are looking for a value play, Mullens turning the football over could benefit your bankroll.  

“Nick Mullens has not been great at avoiding turnovers. In his two starts for Minnesota, he has thrown six interceptions. That includes four against the Lions,” Ellis explains. “He just can’t help himself but to force a bad throw here and there. With the Lions playing their starting secondary and adding C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the mix, it should be a prime opportunity to hawk some more balls. I like the Lions to get at least two interceptions on Mullens (+147).“