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PositiveValueJul 6, 2026
The source states there isn't a running back in fantasy in 2026 they are more interested in at cost than Montgomery. Last year with Detroit was not his best work with career-lows in carries and rushing yards, but in Houston he appears headed toward a featured back's workload. Two years ago, Joe Mixon was on a 300-touch pace with the Texans and ranked 10th in PPR points per game. Montgomery's only 300-touch season was with Chicago in 2020, when he topped 1,500 total yards and was a top-five fantasy option at his position.PositiveValueJun 26, 2026
Montgomery acquired by Texans in offseason trade to fill void after Joe Mixon's 2025 injury absence. At RB23 ADP in late fourth round, he's underpriced given incoming offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's historical preference for a primary back (Giants ranked second in rushing attempts last season). Montgomery delivered three top-20 finishes in Chicago and top-20 seasons in 2023–2024 with Detroit despite timeshare with Jahmyr Gibbs; his role diminished only as Gibbs ascended. Texans building a "smashmouth" offense centered on Montgomery as bell cow, mirroring the approach that made Joe Mixon RB10 on a points-per-game basis in 2024. Harris expects Montgomery to outperform his draft position and post RB1 numbers any given week if healthy.