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Lions Trade Montgomery, Gain Versatile Lineman Scruggs
3 Mar
Summary
- Lions traded David Montgomery for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs.
- Scruggs, a second-round pick in 2023, played all interior line positions.
- He enters the final year of his rookie contract, competing for a spot.
The Detroit Lions have acquired offensive lineman Juice Scruggs from Houston in exchange for running back David Montgomery. This trade also netted the Lions a 2026 fourth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick. Scruggs, who entered the league in 2023 as a second-round selection, has played in 37 career games, starting once last season. He has experience at all three interior offensive line positions: left guard, center, and right guard.
Scruggs is entering the final season of his rookie contract and will compete for a spot on the Lions' interior offensive line. His versatility could see him push for playing time at guard or center. Despite some discipline concerns, the Lions view Scruggs as a player who can add valuable competition to the roster, potentially earning a second contract with strong performance this season. The team's acquisition of Scruggs does not preclude them from drafting additional offensive linemen.
