Bears Fans Unleash Criticism on David Montgomery Following His Controversial Comments
Bears Fans Slam David Montgomery for Disparaging Remarks
David Montgomery, the newly minted Detroit Lions running back, recently took a swipe at his former team, the Chicago Bears, during an interview for the Lions Gaming series. Montgomery's comments about his time with the Bears and their struggles didn't sit well with Bears fans, who were quick to express their displeasure with the NFC North defector.
Reflecting on his four seasons with the Bears, Montgomery claimed that playing for them during their disappointing 3-14 season in 2022 "sucked the fun out of the game" for him and led him to seek a fresh start elsewhere. He expressed his relief at joining a team where competition is appreciated, implying that the Bears lacked that environment.
As news of Montgomery's critical remarks circulated, Bears fans didn't hold back in their response to the 2019 third-round pick. One fan and content creator, Max Markham, took to Twitter to point out Montgomery's previous admiration for Bears quarterback Justin Fields, stating,
During the Bears' offseason, there were indications that they were interested in re-signing Montgomery, with general manager Ryan Poles emphasizing his value to the team's identity. However, Montgomery ultimately chose to sign a three-year, $18 million deal with the Lions, deciding to move to a different part of the North.
Poles acknowledged the negotiations with Montgomery and expressed satisfaction with the communication and organization throughout the process. However, the deal fell through, and Montgomery made the move to Detroit. The Lions initially appeared to offer him a potentially larger role in the backfield, especially with Jamaal Williams departing and D'Andre Swift as his primary competition. Montgomery had been part of a rotation in Chicago, particularly with the emergence of Khalil Herbert in 2022.
However, the Lions' perspective changed when they used their No. 12 overall pick in the draft to select Alabama standout running back Jahmyr Gibbs. With the addition of the talented rookie, Montgomery's path to a prominent role became less certain, despite Swift being traded to Philadelphia to alleviate the competition. Montgomery may find himself playing a secondary role in the Lions' backfield as Gibbs assumes the mantle of the team's future lead back.
As Montgomery settles into his new team, Bears fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on his performance and use every opportunity to remind him of his remarks about his time in Chicago.
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25 MAI | 192 ANSWERS Bears Fans Unleash Criticism on David Montgomery Following His Controversial Comments Will the Bears miss David Montgomery next season? | ||
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