Update, 9/28: Montgomery is expected to play, per Tom Pelissero.
Update, 9/27: Montgomery was listed as questionable on Wednesday’s injury report ahead of Week 4.
Detroit Lions head coach Matt Campbell said on Tuesday that running back David Montgomery was trending in a positive direction towards playing in their Week 4 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night.
Montgomery has been dealing with a thigh injury and was held out of the team’s 20-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons this past Sunday. He was listed as a limited participant in practice on Monday, an early indication that he’ll return to action this week.
Fantasy football implications for Week 4
These early signs indicate that Montgomery will suit up against the Packers on Thursday and would re-assume his role as the starting running back for Detroit. The veteran got a heavy load of work through the first two weeks of the season, combining 37 carries for 141 rushing yards and two touchdowns through the two outings. He’ll definitely be worthy a starting spot for fantasy managers, but also expect rookie backup Jahmyr Gibbs to get his fair share of touches too.