Despite losing to the New Orleans Saints in overtime, 26-23, in Week 8, the Chicago Bears offense had some signs of life. The running game was better than it has been in most weeks this season, and second-year back David Montgomery was the main reason why.
Montgomery finished the game with 21 carries for 89 yards (4.2 yards per carry) and was, again, left to fight for every yard virtually on his own. The Bears’ offensive line did him no favors; he was dodging would-be tacklers immediately after taking the handoff.
His effort resulted in his best grade of the season from Pro Football Focus — 81.9 — and a near-elite rushing grade of 88.4.
Montgomery was the Bears’ highest-graded player on offense and the third-highest-graded player overall.
Montgomery now has 117 carries for 442 yards and one touchdown through eight games this season.