The Detroit Lions could have the services of running back David Montgomery sooner than expected. Following a loss last week to the Buffalo Bills, it was reported the talented running back was seeking opinions regarding how to proceed after suffering a MCL injury in Week 15.

The Detroit Lions initially feared they had lost running back David Montgomery for the rest of the season after he suffered a knee injury in Week 15. However, recent reports and comments from head coach Dan Campbell revealed that Montgomery has a shot to suit up again this season.

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery suffered what was believed to be a season-ending MCL tear during the team's Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills, but after Montgomery got a third opinion on his injury,

Dan Campbell said he does not expect Carlton Davis to return to Lions this season from a broken jaw, but IR decision remains on David Montgomery.

Lions RB David Montgomery is out with a torn knee ligament suffered in the Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills, per Ian Rapoport

After #Lions RB David Montgomery spent the last few days consulting with medical experts, sources are now optimistic that the star avoided the season-ending surgery that was initially feared. Montgomery will rehab with the hope that he can return at some point this postseason. pic.twitter.com/epN40XUoPy

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery suffered an injury during his team’s game against the Buffalo Bills. Learn more about his injury and health updates here.

Running back David Montgomery has consulted with several experts regarding his knee injury this week. He has opted to avoid surgery and instead rehab in hopes of a potential return during the playoffs, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

According to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Lions running back David Montgomery is eyeing a return in the divisional round of the playoffs. “He now is going to rehab with a realistic goal of being back for the divisional round of the playoffs,

The Detroit Lions have battled through adversity all season, with injuries sidelining several of their key players. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who appeared on NFL GameDay this morning, the Lions are set to receive a significant boost heading into the playoffs.