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How Texans envision David Montgomery impact, offense identity ‘Three-down back can do it all, starts with his mentality’
By Aaron Wilson at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 4, 2026
· 8 min read
David Montgomery busted through the line of scrimmage, his momentum and acceleration carrying him past the defense.Although there’s no contact during the Texans’ practices until training camp, the violence behind his shoulder pads is unmistakable. Montgomery is a downhill, punishing running back ...
Key takeaway “He’s a three-down back,” Texans running backs coach and assistant head coach Danny Barrett told KPRC 2.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The Texans' acquisition of David Montgomery is likely to have a significant impact on the team's offense, and by extension, the local football community. As a featured running back, Montgomery's ability to thrive in a heavy workload will be crucial to the team's success. His pass-catching duties and tandem work with Woody Marks will also be closely watched by fans in Magnolia and the surrounding areas. The fact that Montgomery has a reputation for being a punishing, downhill runner will likely resonate with local fans who appreciate a physical brand of football. With the Texans coming off a playoff season, the expectations are high, and Montgomery's performance will be under scrutiny. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, local residents will be eager to see how Montgomery's skills translate to the field and how he helps shape the team's offense identity.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? David Montgomery busted through the line of scrimmage, his momentum and acceleration carrying him past the defense.Although there’s no contact during the Texans’ practices until training camp, the violence behind his shoulder pads is unmistakable. Montgomery is a downhill, punishing running back ...
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