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The Texans agreed to terms Monday on a trade that will send Scruggs, a fourth-round pick and a seventh-round pick to the Lions in exchange for running back David Montgomery, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports.
Scruggs suited up for all 17 regular-season games (one start) with Houston in 2025 but struggled in that span, making it unlikely that Detroit plans for him to play more than a depth role. The 2023 second-round pick has experience at both center and guard, so at the very least he stands to provide the Lions with versatility along the interior O-line.
Scruggs (foot) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
Scruggs opened the Texans' week of practice with consecutive limited sessions after missing the team's last four games due to a foot injury. However, he upgraded to full participation Friday, suggesting he's moved past the issue in time to play Sunday. With Scruggs back at full health, he's expected to serve as Houston's top reserve center in Week 18.
