DETROIT LIONS running back David Montgomery shared a touching moment with his sister before scoring a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals.
The 28-year-old played his first hometown game as an NFL star on Sunday.
David Montgomery’s sister, Kiki, watched him play live for the first time since she was paralyzed in a car accident[/caption]
Kiki watched on with pride as he scored a touchdown[/caption]
Montgomery finished with 65 rushing yards, one rushing touchdown and a passing touchdown[/caption]
And the day was made extra special with his sister in attendance.
Kiki Montgomery was paralyzed in a car accident last February and has been unable to watch her brother play in Detroit.
The game between the Lions and the Bengals on Sunday was the first game she attended since the crash – and she could not contain her joy when greeting him before kickoff.
Kiki looked on with pride as he walked over in full Lions uniform before giving her a kiss on the cheek.
The duo then shared a conversation before he walked onto the field.
Montgomery had a game to remember on his return to Cincinnati, scoring a touchdown in the third quarter to make it 27-3 to the Lions.
Kiki watched from the stands with a smile on her face as he crossed into the end zone.
One Bengals fan even put rivalry aside to fist bump her while the running back celebrated.
The Lions went on to win 37-24 at Paycor Stadium.
Montgomery finished with 65 rushing yards, one rushing touchdown and a passing touchdown.
He said: “Super meaningful. My sister hadn’t seen me play in person since her accident.
“But to be able to get her here — I really appreciate the Cincinnati Bengals helping, and they made sure that she got on the field.
“That was really special and I appreciate them for that.
“It was a very special moment for me.”
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Meanwhile, head coach Dan Campbell added: “Everybody respects David Montgomery and I think everybody roots for that guy.
“Because that guy will do anything for his teammates.
“He lays it on the line on Sundays, he lays it on the line in practice.
“You know what you’re gonna get out of David Montgomery.”
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