If Montgomery opted to undergo surgery, something Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday was happening, the veteran running back would miss the rest of the season, including the playoffs. If he opts to let the injury scar over and heal naturally, he could return at some point in the postseason.

The Detroit Lions could have the services of running back David Montgomery sooner than expected. Following a loss last week to the Buffalo Bills, it was reported the talented running back was seeking opinions regarding how to proceed after suffering a MCL injury in Week 15.

Dan Campbell said he does not expect Carlton Davis to return to Lions this season from a broken jaw, but IR decision remains on David Montgomery.

After #Lions RB David Montgomery spent the last few days consulting with medical experts, sources are now optimistic that the star avoided the season-ending surgery that was initially feared. Montgomery will rehab with the hope that he can return at some point this postseason. pic.twitter.com/epN40XUoPy

Replacing running back David Montgomery won't be as simple as the Lions giving all of his carries to Jahmyr Gibbs.

Montgomery told local media Tuesday that he hoped to recover in time to play sometime during the playoffs, and after consulting with doctors, it appears that he may have a path fo

According to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Lions running back David Montgomery is eyeing a return in the divisional round of the playoffs. “He now is going to rehab with a realistic goal of being back for the divisional round of the playoffs,

The Detroit Lions have battled through adversity all season, with injuries sidelining several of their key players. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who appeared on NFL GameDay this morning, the Lions are set to receive a significant boost heading into the playoffs.