Texans Trade for Montgomery, Forming Powerhouse Backfield

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today, subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The Houston Texans are sticking to their offseason pattern by trading for running back David Montgomery. This 29-year-old brings physicality to their backfield after solid stints in Detroit. The team wants a strong ground game to define their identity alongside an elite defense. Montgomery's share carries with a top back in Detroit, but still posted back-to-back 700 yard seasons and a 1,000 yard year early on. Unlike past Texans running back ads like Joe Mixin or Nick Chubb who fizzled out, he could thrive if healthy. Woody Marks stepped up last season as Houston starter with 703 rushing yards and two touchdowns over 16 games. His standout playoff performance included 112 yards and a score against the Steelers. Now pairing Montgomery's power with Mark's speed should create a thunder and lightning duo. This takes pressure off Marks, letting him shine on third downs with fresh legs. Together they could form one of the league's best backfield combos.

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