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Superstar Amon-Ra St. Brown Emotionally Bids Farewell to Close Friend David Montgomery – Reveals Final Conversation That Brought Lions Fans to Tears

DETROIT, Michigan — A beautiful chapter of friendship between Amon-Ra St. Brown and David Montgomery with the Detroit Lions has officially come to an end. After the Lions traded Montgomery to the Houston Texans, St. Brown could not hide his emotions. In his latest podcast, he shared his feelings and deep thoughts about his close friend.

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“I’m really sad that he has to leave, but I’m also happy for him because I know he’s going to get a bigger role,” St. Brown said. Montgomery informed his teammates before the news went public on social media, which made St. Brown feel respect for him and deeply emotional.

In the final conversation, St. Brown tried to call Montgomery to express his feelings, but he did not get an answer. He understood that Montgomery was likely busy with all the attention from others after the trade news spread. “I called him, but I couldn’t get in touch. I understand though, he probably has a lot of people calling him,” St. Brown shared.

“Thank you, D-Mo, for everything. I wish you all the best in your next journey. Even though you’re not here, you will always be my brother,” St. Brown shared in the podcast, bringing Lions fans to tears. Their friendship and bond had overcome all the challenges throughout their careers.

Montgomery shared his sadness about his reduced workload in the past two seasons, which led him to decide to find a new place where he could showcase his full potential. However, he still had an impressive 2025 season with 8 touchdowns and 4.5 yards per carry.

The trade of Montgomery allows Jahmyr Gibbs to become the starting RB for the Lions. Detroit’s offensive system will now be built around Gibbs, who had an impressive 2025 season with 1,839 yards and 18 touchdowns.

However, the departure of Montgomery has left Lions fans feeling regretful. He was an indispensable part of the team over the years, and losing a player with his qualities and dedication is a big blow. But as St. Brown said, “Everything will be alright, and we’ll keep moving forward.”

 
 
 

Amidst the Unrealistic Demands from Eagles for A.J. Brown, Rams Will Reunite with Fan-Favorite Tight End with 11 Touchdowns to Strengthen MVP Matthew Stafford's Power
Los Angeles, California – After tense negotiations, the Los Angeles Rams have decided not to pursue A.J. Brown after Philadelphia Eagles set an excessively high asking price for the trade. Despite serious discussions between the two teams, the price for Brown led the Rams to abandon this target. “The demands from the Eagles made it impossible for us to continue negotiating. The price was too high for A.J. Brown’s actual value,” a representative from the Rams said. While the Eagles tried to create competition among teams, the high asking price prevented the deal from reaching a positive conclusion. Entering the free agency period, the Rams shifted their focus and concentrated on strengthening their roster with valuable options. The team currently holds two first-round picks, allowing them to select the best talent available in the 2026 NFL Draft. According to Josh Edwards of CBS Sports, the Rams will select Kenyon Sadiq, tight end from Oregon, at pick #13. Sadiq is the #1 TE in this draft class and is considered an outstanding talent. Kenyon Sadiq not only excels at blocking but also has excellent pass-catching abilities. In the 2025 season, he recorded 51 receptions, 560 yards, and 8 touchdowns. Sadiq also impressed at the combine, clocking the fastest 40-yard dash time among tight ends. The selection of Sadiq could be seen as a “luxury pick” for the Rams, but given the team’s already solid roster, this is an opportunity for the Rams to bolster their lineup without worrying about missing any important positions. With the presence of Terrance Ferguson, Sadiq’s college roommate at Oregon, he will easily integrate into the Rams’ system. The addition of Davante Adams and Puka Nacua will also help reduce the pressure on Sadiq in his rookie season. The Rams have built a solid roster, with few positions left to fill, and selecting Sadiq will be the next step in strengthening their power for Matthew Stafford and the Broncos.