The Houston Texans have acquired veteran running back David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions, securing a significant boost in their running game. The trade also allows the Texans to remove veteran Joe Mixon from their roster. The Lions gained several draft picks and a player returning to Detroit. This move is seen as a smart move for both teams due to Montgomery's decreasing role due to Jahmyr Gibbs' emergence as a top-two punch. The deal allows Houston to cut $8 million off the books by releasing Mixon. The move also allows for second-year running back Woody Marks to play a significant role in the passing game.