The Detroit Lions will visit the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB David Montgomery.
Is David Montgomery Playing in Week 11?
Montgomery is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Lions’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Montgomery in Week 11?
No one skill has dramatically dipped from last season, but David Montgomery is losing on the fringes everywhere.
- 2024
- 14.7% above PPR expectations
- 0.80 points per rush
- 13.2 carries per game
- 41.5% snap share
- 85.4% rush gain rate
- 2025
- 6.1% above PPR expectations
- 0.73 points per rush
- 11.6 carries per game
- 41.5% snap share
- 84.6% rush gain rate
The volume is trending down, but not enough by itself to sink him. Where Montgomery managers are feeling the squeeze is the 34.2% decline in red zone touches per game and with Jahmyr Gibbs running wild, there’s zero reason to think things improve with time.
Dan Campbell took over the offensive play-calling last week and while Montgomery got his work, Gibbs topped him in touches in each of the first three quarters before the game got out of hand.
This is a tough matchup, but it wouldn’t shock me if Detroit played a bit of a smash-mouth brand of ball against an Eagles team on a shorter week after playing on Monday night. I’ve got Montgomery ranked as a low-end RB2, ahead of both running backs for the Vikings, Giants, Seahawks, and Bears to name a few.
The upside may not be there, but you’re getting double-digit touches in an explosive offense than at this point in the season, that’s the profile of a fantasy starter.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Montgomery’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 11
Montgomery is projected to score 12.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Montgomery to rush for 53 yards and 0.6 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 17 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 11 Weather Impact: Lions at Eagles
The forecast for kickoff is 51 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. Precipitation could lead to turnovers and affect the passing game.
