Montgomery and Pitre Team Up in Houston | Houston Texans News

Houston Texans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 30, 2026 · 1m

Jalen Pitre, now a teammate of David Montgomery with the Houston Texans, recalls being overwhelmed as a freshman by Montgomery’s sheer power — a moment that shaped his NFL journey. Montgomery, once a dominant force for Iowa State, traded the spotlight for a fresh start in Houston after a diminished role with Detroit. The Texans, led by coach DeMeco Ryans, see Montgomery as the lead back they’ve been waiting for — a player with explosive potential and the physical tools to carry the offense. For Pitre, the shift from rival to teammate is surreal — no more trying to stop Montgomery, just…