Lions’ David Montgomery reveals inspiration behind his viral “crying” celebration

Detroit Lions v Baltimore Ravens - Source: Getty
Detroit Lions v Baltimore Ravens - Source: Getty

David Montgomery had an outstanding performance against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. The running back registered 151 yards and two touchdowns in 12 carries to help the Detroit Lions secure a 38-30 win in the Week 3 game at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

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One of the moments that caught the attention of fans was his celebration after a touchdown. The seventh-year running back covered his face and feigned crying. It wasn't the first time Montgomery had performed that celebration, having also done it after scoring in Week 2.

Montgomery discussed the unique celebration with Amon-Ra and Equanimeous St. Brown on the “St. Brown Podcast” on Tuesday. When Amon-Ra questioned the running back on what inspired the celebration, Montgomery said:

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"Nah, I just thought about it, bro... It's like crying before I laugh. It's like you cry and then you start laughing…. Like a psychopath. You know what I'm saying?.... I'm psyched. Like I'm crazy.”

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David Montgomery praises the Lions’ offensive line

Following his performance against the Ravens on Monday night, David Montgomery credited the Lions’ offensive line. The position group has been crucial to the team's success in recent years and was ranked among the best ahead of this season.

“It starts up front," Montgomery said. "Those guys don’t get enough credit. They caught a lot of backlash after the first week and everybody was on them about it. We’ve got the best group up front in the league.”
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He also commended the Lions’ teamwork, believing it played a crucial role in his performance.

“It was not me at all," he said. "You can’t play this game by yourself. The guys up front, the receivers, the tight ends, you can’t do that at all without those guys up front being selfless and moving those guys out of the way so I can have the right read. My job is easy. They do the hard part, so I’m grateful for those guys.”

Montgomery has recorded 233 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 34 carries this season. He's rushed for 11 first downs in three games. Alongside Jahmyr Gibbs, he plays a crucial role in the team's run game, with his eyes set on a 1000-yard season.

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Edited by Farouk Yusuf
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