David Montgomery delivered a standout performance in his Cincinnati homecoming, leading the Detroit Lions to a 37-24 win over the Bengals.

A former Mt. Healthy High School quarterback, Montgomery thrilled the local crowd by both rushing for an 8-yard touchdown and tossing a clever 3-yard option pass to Brock Wright for a score.

He finished with 64 rushing yards on 18 carries, providing a spark alongside quarterback Jared Goff, who efficiently threw for 258 yards and three touchdowns.

The Lions’ defense intercepted Bengals’ quarterback Jake Browning three times in the first half, with linebacker Derrick Barnes adding a game-sealing safety late in the fourth quarter.

Despite a pair of late touchdowns from Ja’Marr Chase, who tallied 110 yards, Cincinnati couldn’t overcome Detroit’s dominant start.

This marks the Lions’ fourth consecutive victory, each with over 30 points scored, while the Bengals continue to struggle in the absence of injured quarterback Joe Burrow.

Montgomery’s emotional return was cheered on by family, including his sister Kiki, adding extra meaning to his breakout performance.