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Former Bears Teammate Calls Out GM for Letting David Montgomery 'Walk' in Free Agency

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery defends against Seattle Seahawks safety Rayshawn Jenkins during a run. | Detroit Free Press via Imagn Images

The Detroit Lions signed David Montgomery to a contract extension through the 2027 season worth $18.25 million, with $10.5 million guaranteed, Saturday night. While Lions fans are excited about this news, Chicago Bears fans are left wondering what went wrong to lose the star running back.

Montgomery spent four seasons with the Bears before he signed with the Lions in 2023 as an unrestricted free agent. Last year was one of his best yet as he rushed for 1,015 yards and 13 touchdowns.

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