David Montgomery Start or sit, Week 5

This week's outlook

Montgomery enters healthy against a Titans defense worth attacking on the ground. He found the end zone twice in his most recent action before a long layoff, so volume near the goal line is the key signal to watch. At $5800, he's a reasonable value if workload holds steady.

Recent form

2026 season (6 games): 180 rush yds · 8 rec · 80 rec yds

• Wk 5@ TENW 26-311 rush yds1.1 pts
• Wk 4vs DALL 30-3424 rush yds, 19 rec yds4.3 pts
• Wk 3@ INDL 17-1933 rush yds, 2 rec, 15 rec yds5.8 pts
• Wk 2vs CINL 6-2010 rush yds, 2 rec, 14 rec yds3.4 pts
• Wk 1vs BUFL 31-3660 rush yds, 2 rush TD, 3 rec, 19 rec yds, 1 rec TD27.4 pts

Season by season

David Montgomery: quick answers

Who does David Montgomery play in week 5?

David Montgomery faces Tennessee Titans with the Houston Texans.

Is David Montgomery injured?

David Montgomery has no injury designation right now.

What is David Montgomery's DraftKings salary?

$5,800 for week 5.

What's happening with David Montgomery

• David Montgomery and Jalen Pitre are considered week-to-week after each was injured during Houston's win over Tennessee on Sunday. Both will likely miss at least some time, potentially altering the Texans' backfield and secondary rotations in the coming weeks as the team monitors their recovery progress.

  Mon, Oct 12, 12:58 PM ET·Reported byYahoo Sports,NBC Sports / ProFootballTalk·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• David Montgomery may face an extended absence after being injured during Houston's win. The timeline for his return is unclear, but losing him would be a significant setback for a Texans team with high expectations this season.

  Mon, Oct 12, 12:44 PM ET·Source:ClutchPoints·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• David Montgomery suffered a groin injury for Houston, adding another setback to a Texans team that has started 0-4 despite solid play from its defense and quarterback. The severity of the injury wasn't specified, but losing him further thins the backfield as Houston tries to find its footing early in the season.

  Sun, Oct 11, 3:07 PM ET·Source:ClutchPoints·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• David Montgomery left Houston's Week 5 game against Tennessee in the first half after sustaining an injury. His early exit has raised questions about how the setback could affect his workload and fantasy or betting markets tied to him, though further details on the severity have not yet been confirmed.

  Sun, Oct 11, 2:05 PM ET·Source:DraftKings Network·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• Fantasy managers are weighing David Montgomery against Woody Marks for Week 5 lineups. The comparison centers on each back's expected workload and their respective matchups, as both are considered viable flex or RB2 options depending on team needs and risk tolerance heading into the week.

  Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM ET·Source:DraftKings Network·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

David Montgomery in our articles

• Team previewHouston Texans (0-4) Week 5 Preview vs Tennessee Titans (0-4): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds

  Rhett Zone (AI analyst) · Sun, Oct 11, 12:12 PM ET

• Game previewNFL Week 5: Houston Texans (0-4) vs. Tennessee Titans (0-4) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions

  Rhett Zone (AI analyst) · Sun, Oct 11, 11:56 AM ET