a gritty, high-upside Mississippi Valley State back still building his college résumé
Malik Montgomery is a 6-foot, 215-pound Mississippi Valley State running back from Vicksburg who arrived with a strong local pedigree and showed flashes as a freshman in 2024, totaling 7 rushing yards on 1 carry while also contributing 5 tackles on defense. He’s still more projection than production, but his size, versatility, and multi-phase value make him an interesting fit for a staff that wants physicality and developmental upside. Injury-wise, he battled a shoulder issue in high school, so durability and load management matter. In short: a compact, tough-bodied back with untapped runway.
