The Lions officially ruled out RB David Montgomery for Week 8 against the Raiders.

This was expected after Montgomery has yet to return to practice. The Lions were always likely to rest Montgomery this week with their bye week coming in Week 9. Jahmyr Gibbs became more involved in the offense with Montgomery out last week and should expect the same in what should be a much better matchup this week against the Raiders compared to last week against the Ravens. Gibbs is a strong play this week while Craig Reynolds is a deep flex option.

Lions’ RB David Montgomery will not practice today ahead of Detroit’s Monday night game vs. the Raiders due to the rib injury that had sidelined him last week vs. Baltimore. After Monday night, the Lions have their bye week.

The most likely scenario is that we see Montgomery back in an early-down role in Week 10. For Week 8, we have Jahmyr Gibbs in a great matchup, with Craig Reynolds rotating in behind him, making the former a fantastic play in fantasy.

Another hit for the Lions, though nothing has slowed them yet: Sounds like Lions RB David Montgomery will miss some time with the rib injury he suffered yesterday.

Related players: Jahmyr Gibbs, Craig Reynolds

X-rays were negative for Montgomery, which was good news, but it still sounds like Monty will miss at least a game. Gibbs was out with a hamstring injury but it sounds like he may be close to returning. If not, Reynolds would be next man up. He carried 10 times but for just 15 yards after taking over for Montgomery. Reynolds did add two catches for 28 yards. The Lions play at the Ravens in Week 7 and then Monday night of Week 8 before a Week 9 bye. There obviously wasn't an exact timeframe given for Montgomery, but it's possible the team's bye week factors in any decisions.

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (ribs) was ruled out versus the Buccaneers. Montgomery's X-rays were negative, per Fox's Pam Oliver.

Related players: Jahmyr Gibbs, Craig Reynolds

Montgomery left owners disappointed after leaving early in Week 6. The Lions were forced to go with Reynolds as the RB1 with Gibbs also out of action. Monty may just be dealing with a pain and comfort issue heading into Week 7 with the injured ribs, so owners will want to monitor his practice status. The Lions are at the Ravens next week in an early Sunday matchup, so we'll have a good idea by then about Montgomery's status. Even after leaving Week 6 with just six carriers, Monty is still averaging over 23 carries per game this season.

Lions ruled out RB Jahmyr Gibbs for Sunday’s game at Tampa, along with DB Brian Branch.

Related Players: David Montgomery, Craig Reynolds

In an impressive Week 5 victory, Montgomery handled business as usual while Reynolds was able to rack up 52 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Impressive work, but not enough to plug him into a lineup, even though Gibbs will miss Week 6. This is Montgomery's backfield for the foreseeable future, and likely the remainder of the season.

Dan Campbell said Jahmyr Gibbs had "a really good day" of practice Wednesday, got a breather yesterday. Said he can't say with any certainty whether Gibbs will be a go Sunday.

Related Players: David Montgomery, Craig Reynolds

In an impressive Week 5 victory, Montgomery handled business as usual while Reynolds was able to rack up 52 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Impressive work, but not enough to plug him into a lineup, even if Gibbs were to miss Week 6. This is Montgomery's backfield for the foreseeable future, and likely the remainder of the season.

Lions’ RB Jahmyr Gibbs did not practice today due to his hamstring injury. WR Amon-Ra St. Brown was listed as limited.

Related Players: David Montgomery, Craig Reynolds

In an impressive Week 5 victory, Montgomery handled business as usual while Reynolds was able to rack up 52 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Impressive work, but not enough to plug him into a lineup, even if Gibbs were to miss Week 6. This is Montgomery's backfield for the foreseeable future, and likely the remainder of the season.

Lions’ RB David Montgomery officially is active tonight. Lions’ G Halapoulivaati Vaitai and CB Emmanuel Moseley are not.

Related Players: Jahmyr Gibbs, Craig Reynolds

Montgomery is set to be the lead back, which shoots him back into the fringe RB2/3 consideration.

Lions RB David Montgomery will play tonight and be the lead back vs. the Packers, though there’s plenty in the game plan for rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, too.

Montgomery is set to be the lead back, which shoots him back into the RB2 consideration.

Lions RB David Montgomery (thigh), LT Taylor Decker (ankle) and CB Emmanuel Moseley (knee/hamstring) are all officially questionable for Thursday night vs. the Packers.

Related Players: Jahmyr Gibbs, Craig Reynolds, Zonovan Knight

Rookie Jahmyr Gibbs had a fantastic role in his game without Montgomery, handling 18 opportunities for 82 total yards. If Montgomery is a go, he will very likely take back control of the majority of early-down snaps. If he's out, Gibbs is an RB1.